Compassionate Clinic LPN — Patient Care Advocate

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Family Medicine Center in Grand Forks, ND seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to perform and document assessments, ensure health history and admission processes, provide patient care, and communicate progress. The role requires licensed practice, clear communication, and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

The position supports discharge planning and patient education, with responsibilities across a range of nursing tasks.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license for North Dakota or a compact state.
• Driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Proficient communication in English (reading, writing and speaking).

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed practitioners in identifying patient needs and goals based on demographic factors and care plans.
• Performs and documents nursing assessments and interventions per plan of care.
• Collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to implement an integrated patient-centered care plan.
• Delegates nursing tasks to qualified staff as appropriate and safe.
• Identifies early signs of change in condition and reports promptly while documenting care.
• Communicates patient information with families and team members to ensure continuity of care.
• Contributes to discharge planning and provides education to patients and families.
• Performs other duties as needed to support department operations.

Job description

Altru Family Medicine Center in Grand Forks, ND seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to perform and document assessments, ensure health history and admission processes, provide patient care, and communicate progress. The role requires licensed practice, clear communication, and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

The position supports discharge planning and patient education, with responsibilities across a range of nursing tasks.