LPN - Pediatric Cardiology - Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic

Sanford Health • Sioux Falls, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Sanford Children's Specialty Clinic is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our outstanding Pediatric Cardiology team. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Currently holds an unencur.ed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Nice To Haves

• nursing care in the pediatric patient population
• Cardiology experience
• Critical thinking and triage skills
• Mental flexibility to ebb and flow with the busy clinic day
• Ambulatory and/or inpatient Epic experience
• Comfortability flying to serve on outreach clinic
• BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients.
• Documents a thorough medical history from patient.
• Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
• Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree