SD - LPN Ambulatory Clinic - Rapid City

Carenest Health Services•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively to provide direct and indirect patient care in an ambulatory setting. The LPN provides nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse (RN), accepting delegation to meet patient needs. Care is provided in accordance with Monument Health policies and procedures, professional standards, the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulatory or accrediting requirements.

Requirements

Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing, or from the Wyoming Board of Nursing for Wyoming facilities.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare examination and treatment areas according to clinic standards and participate in pre-visit planning.
Complete patient rooming procedures, including vital signs, data collection, and other clinic-specific components.
Administer and document medications accurately in accordance with best practices and clinic policy.
Perform nursing procedures and treatments within the scope of responsibilities and applicable nursing division and clinic standards.
Perform and document assessments, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and collaborate with an RN or provider to implement changes to the plan of care.
Provide or distribute preapproved or preprinted patient education materials and reinforce health teaching and discharge instructions provided by an RN or provider; direct patient questions to the RN or provider.
Complete independent nurse visits when permitted by scope and department policy, with appropriate supervision.
Assist with inbox management and complete patient referrals and prior authorizations in accordance with policy and scope.
Assist with and participate in onboarding and mentoring clinical staff as directed and within scope.
Contribute to departmental development by participating in meetings, committees, and continuing education or training.
Maintain accurate, clear, and concise patient record documentation within the outlined scope of responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.