Outpatient LPN - Patient Care, Education & Home Visits

Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide outpatient ambulatory and home nursing services under supervision.

The LPN will coordinate care, educate patients, and support preventive health maintenance within the scope of practice. Responsibilities include direct patient care, policy implementation support, equipment preparation, medication administration, and collaboration with the medical team.

Qualifications

• Education: Practical Nursing Program completion and Michigan LPN licensure.
• Knowledge of HIPPA regulations and health care laws.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care within the assigned workload.
• Assists in writing and implementing policies and procedures for Nursing and Health Division.
• Ensures the safety and well-being of clients.
• Prepares patient and equipment required for appointment and assists provider as needed.
• Identifies patients who require attention and collaborates with the medical team in arranging for appropriate care.
• Operates, monitors, and maintains specialized equipment (autoclave, instruments, sterilization).
• Administers PO, IM, SQ, ID, IV medications and immunizations as ordered.
• Monitors and orders medical supplies and equipment.
• Plans and initiates nursing action based on nursing assessment and best practices.

Skills

Nursing theory

HIPAA knowledge

Infection control

Patient advocacy

EHR proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Practical Nursing diploma/ccertificate

LPN licensure (MI)

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems

Word processing / Excel

Job description

The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide outpatient ambulatory and home nursing services under supervision.

The LPN will coordinate care, educate patients, and support preventive health maintenance within the scope of practice. Responsibilities include direct patient care, policy implementation support, equipment preparation, medication administration, and collaboration with the medical team.