LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on221, West 5th Street, Madison, Madison County, Nebraska, 68748, United States
About the Organization
Join a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of history providing housing and services to seniors. We are committed to delivering quality care and service within a Christian environment, ensuring the health, comfort, and safety of our residents.
About the Role
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at our GSS NE Albion facility, you will provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages in a long-term care setting. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician, you will practice within the full scope of your nursing expertise, addressing the physical and psychosocial needs of residents according to their individual care plans.
Your day-to-day responsibilities include assessing resident status, administering medications and treatments, and documenting care outcomes. You will serve as a vital member of an interdisciplinary care team, offering technical support to healthcare professionals and counseling residents and their families on prevention and treatment plans. This role requires the ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions, and respond effectively to emergent situations while maintaining clear communication and confidentiality.
Location and Schedule
This full-time position is based at our Albion, NE facility (1222 S 7th St). You will work 12-hour day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week. This role is part of the Nebraska Rural Health Workforce Incentive Program, which offers monetary incentives to nursing professionals committed to serving in a rural county for a five-year period.
Hiring Process and Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited practical nursing program and hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with the State Nursing Board. A pre-licensure nursing program including supervised clinical experience across the lifespan is required, or a minimum of 400 hours of LPN experience at another facility. If the position requires IV therapy skills, specific North Dakota Board of Nursing approved training is necessary.
Selected candidates will undergo a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as conditions of employment. Good Samaritan is a Drug Free Workplace.
Equal Opportunity and Culture
Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet). We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation for the application process, please contact us at 1-877-673-0854 or talent@sanfordhealth.org.
Work location
Work model: On-site
221, West 5th Street, Madison, Madison County, Nebraska, 68748, United States
Madison, Nebraska
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide professional nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting
- check_circleCounsel residents and families on prevention and treatment plans
- check_circleAdminister medications and treatments as ordered by physicians
- check_circleRecognize health problems and respond effectively to emergent situations
- check_circleDevelop self-care programs based on resident education principles
- check_circleConduct resident assessments and document care outcomes
- check_circleCollaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure resident safety
Requirements
- verifiedGraduate from an accredited practical nursing program
- verifiedCurrently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
- verified400 hours of LPN experience if not from pre-licensure program with clinicals
- verifiedIV therapy course or AASPN program if position requires IV therapy
Nice to Have
Associate degree in practical nursing.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleHealth, dental, vision, and life insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleGenerous time off packagecheck_circleWork/life balance benefits
Similar Job Opportunities
Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Licensed Practical Nurse, Iv Therapy, Nursing Principles, Continuing Education Units, Ceu.
Education: Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
Frequently asked questions about LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan
What does a LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan do?expand_more
A LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan is responsible for the following: Provide professional nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting; Counsel residents and families on prevention and treatment plans; Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians; and Recognize health problems and respond effectively to emergent situations.
What are the requirements for this LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role?expand_more
To qualify for the LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan position, applicants should have: Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program; Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license; 400 hours of LPN experience if not from pre-licensure program with clinicals; and IV therapy course or AASPN program if position requires IV therapy.
Where is the LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role at Good Samaritan located?expand_more
LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan is based in 221, West 5th Street, Madison, Madison County, Nebraska, 68748, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Good Samaritan has listed this LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role?expand_more
LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan typically requires 0+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role at Good Samaritan?expand_more
Key skills for LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan include Licensed Practical Nurse; Iv Therapy; Nursing Principles; Continuing Education Units; and Ceu.
What education is required for LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
What category does the LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days role belong to?expand_more
LPN Long Term Care (LTC) - FT Days at Good Samaritan is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.