LPN - Neurosurgery Clinic

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

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About The Position

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. This role is part of a fast-paced outpatient neurosurgery specialty clinic and coordinates care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures. The LPN provides pre-operative education, post-operative follow-up care, and support to patients and families while working with neurosurgeons, advanced practice providers, and nursing professionals. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no evenings, weekends, or call responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Hold an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with a state nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• If the position requires IV therapy or management skills in North Dakota, graduate from a Board-approved AASPN program that includes IV therapy in the curriculum or complete an IV therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.
• Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.

Responsibilities

• Help ensure the health, comfort, and safety of patients.
• Document a thorough medical history from patients.
• Contribute to patient assessments and administer medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provide technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
• Counsel patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans.
• Coordinate care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures.
• Provide pre-operative education and post-operative follow-up care.
• Demonstrate competency and practice within the full scope of nursing expertise and knowledge, applying appropriate age- and population-specific standards for the assigned clinical setting.
• Obtain and maintain required department-specific competencies and certifications.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus

What This Job Offers

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