LPN | Medical/Surgical

Monument Health • Sturgis, SD

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively to provide direct and indirect patient care in identified inpatient and/or ambulatory dialysis units. The LPN provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse (RN), accepting delegation to meet patient needs. Care is provided in accordance with Monument Health policies and procedures, professional standards, the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and accreditation requirements.

Requirements

• Completion of a nursing education program approved by a board of nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 60 days of hire or transfer.
• Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of healthcare experience.
• At least 1 year of Licensed Practical Nurse experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete and document focused assessments, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and implement changes to the plan of care in collaboration with an RN or provider.
• Prepare for patient care by participating in pre-visit planning and preparation as applicable.
• Administer and document medications accurately in accordance with best practices and departmental policies.
• Perform nursing procedures and treatments within the scope of responsibilities and setting-specific standards.
• Implement physician orders, procedures, and nursing interventions using appropriate skill and judgment.
• Assist the RN with assessment-related data collection using appropriate age-specific criteria.
• Contribute to the nursing process by assisting with assessments, participating in care planning and development of interventions, and helping evaluate responses to interventions.
• Provide or distribute preapproved or preprinted patient education materials.
• Reinforce health teaching and discharge instructions provided by the RN or provider, and direct patient questions to them.
• Participate in meetings, committees, and continuing education or training to support departmental development.
• Assist with onboarding and mentoring clinical staff as directed and within scope.
• Ensure patient-record documentation is accurate, clear, and concise within the scope of responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Retirement plans.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account.
• Instant pay for qualifying positions.
• Paid Time Off Accrual Bank.
• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Tuition assistance or reimbursement.
• Pay differentials for qualifying positions.
• Flexible scheduling.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed