LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Urgent Care - Part Time

Sanford Health•Rapid City, SD

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. The role supports patient health, comfort, and safety; gathers and documents medical histories; contributes to patient assessments; administers ordered medications and treatments; and provides technical support to healthcare professionals. The LPN also counsels patients and family members on prevention and treatment plans under the direction of a registered nurse. The nurse must demonstrate competency, practice within the full scope of nursing expertise and knowledge, and use age- and population-specific standards appropriate to the assigned clinical setting. This is a part-time urgent care position with rotating 12-hour shifts and 24 scheduled hours per week.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with a State Nursing Board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.
If the position requires IV therapy or management skills in North Dakota, graduate from a Board-approved AASPN program that includes IV therapy in the curriculum or complete an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

Participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.
Ensure the health, comfort, and safety of patients.
Document a thorough medical history from patients.
Contribute to patient assessments.
Administer medications or treatments as ordered.
Provide technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
Counsel patients and family members on prevention and treatment plans under the direction of a registered nurse.
Demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of nursing expertise and knowledge.
Use appropriate age- and population-specific standards for the assigned clinical setting.