LPN | Pain Management

Monument Health Rapid City Hospital•Rapid City, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works collaboratively to provide direct and indirect patient care in an ambulatory setting. The LPN provides nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of a physician or Registered Nurse (RN) and accepts delegation to meet patient needs. Care must follow Monument Health policies and procedures, professional standards, the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act, and other applicable regulations. The role includes preparing examination and treatment areas, completing patient rooming and data collection, administering and documenting medications, performing nursing procedures within scope, documenting assessments and care, reinforcing patient education, assisting with inbox management and referrals, and supporting staff onboarding and departmental development. The position is based at Monument Health Orthopedic and Specialty Hospital in Rapid City, South Dakota, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. A sign-on bonus of up to $25,000 is available for qualified LPN candidates.

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, or from the Wyoming Board of Nursing for Wyoming facilities.
Ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including very heavy work.
Possible exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare examination and treatment areas according to clinic standards, including through pre-visit planning.
Complete patient rooming procedures, including vital signs and clinic-specific data collection.
Administer and document medications accurately in accordance with best practices and clinic policy.
Perform nursing procedures and treatments within the scope of responsibilities and applicable nursing and clinic standards.
Perform and document assessments, apply clinical interventions, evaluate outcomes, and collaborate with an RN or provider on changes to the plan of care.
Provide or distribute preapproved or preprinted patient education materials.
Reinforce health teaching and discharge instructions provided by an RN or provider, and direct patient questions to the RN or provider.
Complete independent nurse visits as permitted by scope and department policy, with appropriate supervision.
Assist with inbox management and complete patient referrals and prior authorizations according to policy and scope.
Assist with onboarding and mentoring clinical staff as directed and within scope.
Participate in meetings, committees, and continuing education or training to support departmental development.
Ensure patient-record documentation is accurate, clear, and concise within the scope of responsibilities.
Perform other duties as assigned.