LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice - FT
Company: Sanford Health
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: October 11, 2021
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Job Description:
Create Your Career With Us! Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided
nearly 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a
commitment to quality care and service in a Christian
environment. Facility: GSS NM Albuquerque H&H 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. SIGN ON BONUS, $2500. 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/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 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, sick leave and paid time off. To
review your benefit eligibility, visit
https://good-sam.jobs/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. Job Function: Nursing
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Address: 6700 Jefferson St NE d2, Albuquerque, NM
87109, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40. 00
Req Number: R-55543
Featured: No
Keywords: Sanford Health, Albuquerque , LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Hospice - FT, Other , Albuquerque, New Mexico
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