LPN- Rehab Unit - East

Freeman Health System • Freeman, SD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time position (36 hours/week) on the inpatient rehabilitation facility located on the third floor at Freeman Hospital East. The unit has 20 beds and serves patients with strokes, lower extremity fractures, non-traumatic spinal cord injuries, amputations, cardiac, and trauma/medically complex conditions. All patients are required to participate in 3 hours of therapy per day, 5 out of the 7 days in the week. The department emphasizes a team-oriented approach to care and provides the opportunity to closely follow patient progress.

Requirements

• Current Missouri Practical Nurse License or Current Practical Nurse License from a Compact State. If a Compact License is held, it must be in the Nurse's State of Residence.
• If no experience as an RN or LPN in a hospital setting or it has been more than 5 years since last worked in a hospital setting, nurses must successfully pass Patient Care Orientation (PCO) within 30 days.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers within 60 days.
• RN Competency Day Annually by transcript due date.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a Professional RN, participates in the systematic and continual assessment of the physical, emotional, clinical, and psychosocial needs of assigned patients and families.
• Plans and implements appropriate interventions.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and adjusts the plan as indicated in a timely manner.
• Provides safe and effective care.

Benefits

• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to Health Insurance or Cash Bonus with Participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flex time off (FTO)
• Extended Sick pay
• Learning Center designated only for Freeman Family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, Cafeteria, etc.

What This Job Offers

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