LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute Care - PT

Good Samaritan Society; Brandon (SD); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On BONUS available

Job summary

Sanford Health in Brandon, SD, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our ambulatory nursing team. The role focuses on delivering holistic care, under supervision, with the autonomy of the primary nurse for a provider within scope of practice.

The position is part-time with 20 weekly hours, offering sign-on bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package. Prior LPN licensure and graduation from an accredited program are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and hold a valid LPN license.
• Ability to administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Strong communication to counsel patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients.
• Documents a thorough medical history from patient.
• Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals.
• Counseling patients and family, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.

Skills

Patient counseling

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

LPN license

Accredited practical nursing program graduate

IV therapy knowledge (ND only)

Job description

Careers With Purpose

With over 224 clinic locations and 46 medical centers, Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Join our ambulatory nursing care team which sees 5.2 million outpatient and clinic visits every year. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family.

Facility: Brandon Clinic
Location: Brandon, SD
Address: 1105 E Holly Blvd, Brandon, SD 57005, USA
Shift: Varies
Job Schedule: Part time
Weekly Hours: 20.00
Salary Range: $21.75 - $29.50
Pay Info: Sign-On BONUS available for eligible applicants

Job Summary

Are you looking for a nursing career where you can grow your skillset, feel valued, and make a lasting impact in the lives of your patients in your community? We’re seeking a passionate, positive, team-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality, holistic care to patients throughout their healthcare journey and ensure they are comforted and feel like they are being heard. Our ambulatory LPNs work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Provider or Physician and have the autonomy of being the primary nurse for a provider within their scope of practice.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients

• Documents a thorough medical history from patient

• Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered

• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals

• Counseling patients and family, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans

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.

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.

Benefits

Sanford 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 .

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 [e-mail] .

Sanford 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-0248961
Job Function: Nursing
Featured: No