LPN or Medical Assistant - Sheldon Clinic - Full Time

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Sheldon (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sheldon Clinic seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to participate in patient care under supervision. Responsibilities include documenting medical histories, administering medications and treatments, and supporting healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective care.

Work a day shift with 36 hours per week. The clinic serves diverse patients and offers a collaborative interdisciplinary team environment with opportunities for education and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program and hold an LPN license.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required (ND requirement).

Responsibilities

• Participate in implementation and evaluation of patient care under supervision.
• Document medical history and administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Counsel patients and families on prevention and treatment plans.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Documentation

Education

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Compensation:

Salary Range: LPN: $21.75 - $29.50 or Medical Assistant: $19.00 - $25.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Come join our Sheldon Clinic team!

• Our clinic provides services to all ages and stages, so you get to see a variety of patients
  -Help perform testing, administer vaccines and medication, and facilitate care for patients
• In the rural setting, you see how your work impacts the community as you treat friends and neighbors
  -Build long term relationships with patients and staff
  -Function as a part of a varied interdisciplinary team
• We offer free nursing continuing education for our staff
• Monthly meetings where nursing staff collaborate and voice opportunities for improvement
• Our clinics are open 8am-8pm Monday through Thursday, 8am-5pm Friday, and 8-12 Saturday
• Nursing schedules typically have a half or full day off during the week
• The clinics are closed for 6 holidays: Labor Day, 4th of July, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Years Day
• New employees start earning PTO on the 1st day

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.

Job Description

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 as needed. Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting.

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.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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