LPN or Med Aide - Hospice - PT

Careers With Purpose

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Facility Information

Luverne Cottage Hospice Location: Luverne, MN Address: 217 N Oakley St, Luverne, MN 56156, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Varied Shifts Job Schedule: Part-time Weekly Hours: 24.00 Salary Range: $22 - $36 Pay Info: Sign on BONUS up to $10,000 for eligible applicants

Department Details

Are you dedicated to providing quality end-of-life care? Join our specially trained team at Sanford Hospice where we focus on supporting patients and their loved ones with compassion and understanding.

Schedule and Other Information

• Cottages operate from 6 to 6 rotating shifts
• Every third weekend and every other holiday required
• Sign on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible applicants

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates 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 patients-residents status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patients-residents requirements relative to the age-specific needs and to provide the care needed.

Responsibilities

• 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-residents 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.

Qualifications

• Graduate 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.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required.

Benefits

Sanford Health 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
• A generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance

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Sanford 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 talentsanfordhealth.org.

Sanford Health 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-0247708 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No