LPN | Endocrinology

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

5d•$25 - $28

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively to provide direct and indirect patient care in the ambulatory setting. The LPN provides nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of the physician or Registered Nurse (RN) accepts delegation to meet the needs of the patient. The LPN provides nursing care in accordance with the policies and procedures of Monument Health, standards of the profession and in accordance with the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act, and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory and/or accreting agencies. Monument Health offers competitive wages and benefits on qualifying positions. Some of those benefits can include: Supportive work culture Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage Retirement Plans, Health Savings Account, and Flexible Spending Account Instant pay is available for qualifying positions Paid Time Off Accrual Bank Opportunities for growth and advancement Tuition assistance/reimbursement Excellent pay differentials on qualifying positions Flexible scheduling

Requirements

Education - Completion of a nursing education program that is approved by a board of nursing
Certification - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - South Dakota Board of Nursing

Nice To Haves

Experience - 1+ years of Healthcare Experience

Responsibilities

Properly prepares the examination and treatment areas per clinic standards.
Properly prepares for care of patient by participating in pre-visit planning, preparing exam and treatment areas per clinic standards.
Completes patient rooming procedures to include vital signs, data collection and other identified components specific to the clinic setting.
Accurately administers and documents medications in accordance with best practice and clinic policy.
Performs nursing procedures and treatments within Scope of Responsibilities according to nursing division and clinic specific standards.
Demonstrates the ability to accurately perform and document assessments, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and implement change to the plan of care in collaboration with RN/provider.
Provide/distribute preapproved/preprinted patient education materials.
Provide reinforcement of health teaching and discharge instruction provided by RN/provider, directing all patient questions to RN/provider.
Completes independent nurse visits as allowed per scope and department policy with appropriate supervision.
Assist in management of inbox and complete patient referrals/prior authorizations per policy and scope.
Assists and actively participates in onboarding and mentoring of clinical staff per scope and as directed.
Positively supports and contributes to departmental development as evidenced by participating in meetings, committees, and continuing education/training.
Ensures documentation in the patient record is accurate, clear, concise within outlined Scope of Responsibilities.
All other duties as assigned.