LPN/Surg Tech - Sheldon Medical Center - Full Time

Lily Lifestyle; Iowa; On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Sheldon, IA is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to train for the Surgical Technologist role. You will assist with preparing the operating room, maintain a sterile environment, support surgical procedures, and work closely with the surgical team to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

Qualified applicants must graduate from an accredited LPN program and hold an active LPN license.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• IV therapy/management skills may be required where applicable.
• Maintains required competencies and certifications; completes CEU and ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing the operating room and maintaining a sterile environment.
• Support surgical procedures and collaborate with the surgical team to provide safe, high-quality patient care.
• Adhere to nursing standards, policies, and ethical guidelines for patient care.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organized

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

Careers With Purpose

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.

Facility: Sheldon Medical Center

Location: Sheldon, IA

Address: 118 N 7th Ave, Sheldon, IA 51201, USA

Shift: 8 Hours - Rotating Shifts

Job Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 32.00

Salary Range: $23.00 - $31.50

Department Details

\"We are seeking a Full time Surgical Technologist or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) interested in training for the Surgical Technologist role. This team member will assist with preparing the operating room, maintaining a sterile environment, supporting surgical procedures, and working collaboratively with the surgical team to provide safe, high-quality patient care. Qualified applicants should be organized, detail-oriented, and committed to excellent patient outcomes. Surgical Technologist experience is preferred, but we welcome motivated LPNs who are eager to learn and grow in Surgical Services.\"

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for patients of all ages. Functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Sanford. Collaborates with other inter-professional colleagues, including physicians, to plan, implement and evaluate care. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient in the relevant clinical setting and possess the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to the age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients. Functions within the scope and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in state of practice and licensure. The Sanford Professional Nursing Practice recognizes the Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements as published by the American Nurses Association as the foundation of nursing care delivery and professional conduct.

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. Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

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 (see below) .

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.