Converdia Health Staffing is a healthcare staffing agency headquartered in West Fargo, ND., with a NEW secondary office in Sioux Falls. Our team’s passion is matching healthcare professionals with positions that are meant for them. We specialize in placing nurses in travel contracts throughout the US as well as per diem/PRN positions.Whether you know exactly where you’d like to begin a new career or aren’t familiar with the endless opportunities, we are here to help!

We are currently looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to fill a 13 week contract LTC in Saint James, MN. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient’s medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
• Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Skills/Requirements

• Active MN LPN license
• Minimum of 1 year LPN working experience
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to lift at up to 50 lbs
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress
• Up-to-date immunizations - prepare to provide current documents during the onboarding process

Full-Time Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401 (k) match - 50% match, up to 3%
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Referral bonus program