Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Home Health - FT Days
Company: Good Samaritan Society
Location: Davenport
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Description:
Job Description Create Your Career With Us!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 Davenport Hm Care
Location: Davenport, IA Address: 802 N Rolff St, Davenport, IA
52804, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 30. 00 Salary Range: $24.00 - $29.50 Pay Info: $4,000
SIGN-ON BONUS!!Department DetailsPositive and flexible work
environment that promotes work life balance. We currently have an
amazing team and we are looking to add another caring individual to
help provide care to our clients and their families.Competitive
CompensationDirect access to your earnings dailyFlexible Scheduling
Options AvailableFun, Family Oriented Work EnvironmentExcellent
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for all FT EmployeesGenerous
Shift DifferentialsHealth Savings AccountCompany Matched 401(k)
Retirement PlanSalary IncreasesReferral BonusesAdvancement
OpportunitiesPaid Time OffCompassionate LeaveEducation
AssistanceScholarships and SponsorshipsContinuing EducationYears of
Service Recognition ProgramVerizon and AT DiscountsHotel
DiscountsJob SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participate
in the implementation and evaluation of patient/resident care for
stable and predictable patients/residents of all ages in the home
care setting. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the
patient/resident in the relevant setting and possesses the ability
to perform testing to assess data reflective of the
patient's/resident's status and to interpret appropriately the
information needed to identify each patient's/resident's
requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the
care needed. Demonstrates competency and practices within the full
scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age
and population specific standards as designated in the home care
setting. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of
patients/residents.Knowledge of the principles and skills needed
for nursing to provide patient/resident care and treatment.
Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents.
Knowledge of patient/resident education principles to develop a
self-care program. Knowledge of common safety hazards and
precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home
setting.Skill in administering a variety of treatments and
medications as directed. Skill in documenting and maintaining
records. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working
relationships with patients/residents, health care providers, and
the public. Ability to recognize problems and recommend solutions.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and follow guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly. Ability to maintain confidentiality
of sensitive information. Counsels patients/residents and family
members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention
and treatment plans.QualificationsGraduate from an accredited
practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.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.One year of
professional nursing experience preferred.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. Depending on location, a valid
drivers license may be required.BenefitsThe 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 https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .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-0115782 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No
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