LPN- Med​/Surg

Overview

LPN
- Med/Surg (Healthcare) – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Med/Surg

Fall River Health Services is seeking a compassionate, skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Acute Care team in Hot Springs, SD. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and serve as an essential communication link between patients and the care team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value teamwork, and are committed to delivering excellent patient-centered care, wed love to meet you.

Schedule: Varied 12-hour shifts. Holiday and weekend rotation required.

• Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of an RN, including personal hygiene care and support of daily patient needs.
• Participate in the formulation, implementation, and updating of patient care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered, including respiratory therapy modalities, and document accurately.
• Apply and enforce infection control and safety policies to maintain a clean, safe care environment.
• Use sound judgment to organize time and prioritize care effectively.
• Monitor patient conditions, accurately observe changes, and report concerns or incidents promptly to the RN.
• Respond appropriately in stressful, unusual, or emergency situations, taking action within scope of practice.
• Provide patient and family education during hospitalization and upon discharge.
• Maintain professional communication and build positive working relationships with patients, families, and staff.
• Support the learning environment by assisting with orientation and continued training of new staff and students.
• Maintain clinical excellence through participation in continuing education, applying and sharing new skills and knowledge.
• Deliver nursing care using the nursing process, following facility policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold patient privacy and organizational trust.
• Perform other duties as assigned based on facility needs.

• Ability to provide care according to provider orders, professional standards, and the South Dakota Nurse Practice Act.
• Strong communication skills, including timely reporting of patient changes to the RN.
• Frequent collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care staff.
• Commitment to Fall River Health Services mission and values.
• Respectful, compassionate service to internal and external customers.
• A positive attitude, flexibility, and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Visual, auditory, and manual dexterity to assess patients and provide safe, effective nursing care.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to learn facility software programs.
• Willingness to participate in identifying opportunities for improvement and suggesting solutions.

• Competitive pay starting at $27.00/hour+ (based on experience)
• Supportive team culture focused on quality care and collaboration
• Opportunities for learning, growth, and continuing education

If you are passionate about providing high-quality patient care and want to make a difference in a community-focused healthcare organization, we encourage you to apply today.

Fall River Health Services is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.