Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PT Job at Good Samaritan Society, Ottumwa, IA

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  • Good Samaritan Society
  • Ottumwa, IA

Job Description

Careers With Purpose


Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.


Facility: GSS IA Ottumwa


Location: Ottumwa, IA


Address: 2035 Chester Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501, USA


Shift: 12 Hours - Varied Shifts


Job Schedule: Part time


Weekly Hours: 24.00


Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00


Pay Info: $5,000 Sign On Bonus Available!!


Department Details


NOW HIRING ALL NURSING SHIFTS!!


We are a 135 bed facility and have been voted Best of Southern Iowa for the last 3 years in a row.


Our staff is compassionate and dedicated to the residents. We are a family. The Good Samaritan Society is proud to be one of the largest non-profit providers of senior services in the US.


What makes us special is why we are committed to doing this work. Since our founding in 1922, we've been driven by our mission and beliefs. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with respect, dignity, and compassion.


Perks:
  • Competitive New Wages
  • Fantastic sign on bonus
  • Flexible schedule
  • Every other weekend and every other holiday rotation
  • Family oriented work environment
We offer great benefits to our employees:
  • Health, dental and, vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO accrual starting on your first day
  • Continuing education (CE)
  • Leadership development
  • Growth opportunities
  • Work/life balance benefits
Job Summary


The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long term care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards related to the physical and psychosocial needs of the resident as per care plan. Possess the ability to perform testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident's status and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates ability to recognize problems, recommend solutions and respond effectively to assist in an emergent situation.


Ensures the health, comfort and safety of residents. Contributes to the assessment of residents and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Documents resident interactions as needed and the outcomes related to resident care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary. Skilled in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with resident, health care providers, and the public. Ability to work effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team. Ability to communicate clearly and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. Counsels residents, family members and/or resident advocate, under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider or physician on prevention and treatment plans. Knowledge of resident education principles to develop a self-care program. Performs other related duties as assigned.


Qualifications


Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.


If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.


Must have attended a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility. Specific services/positions may have additional education, training or experience requirements.


Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.


Benefits


The Good Samaritan Society offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit .


The Good Samaritan Society is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .


The Good Samaritan Society has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.


Req Number: R-0125347


Job Function: Nursing


Featured: No

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Immediate start, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Weekend work, All shifts,

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