LPN or MA - Hospice - FT

Sanford Health • Worthington, MN

103d • $21 - $36

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient/resident care for stable and predictable patients/residents of all ages in the home care setting. Join our specially trained team at Sanford Hospice, where we focus on supporting patients and their loved ones with compassion and understanding.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care providers required.
• One year of professional nursing experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in home care setting.
• Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents.
• Knowledge of patient/residents education principles to develop a self-care program.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant setting.
• Possesses the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patient's/resident's status.
• Interprets appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's/resident's requirements relative to age-specific needs.
• Provides care needed to ensure the health, comfort, and safety of patients/residents.
• Administers a variety of treatments and medications as directed.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus for eligible applicants.
• Opportunities for development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree