Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse

About Sheridan Memorial Hospital

At Sheridan Memorial Hospital, we proudly rank in the top 13.6% of U.S. hospitals, recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. With over 850 dedicated employees and 100+ expert providers across 25 specialties, we are committed to exceptional, patient‑centered care. Set in northern Wyoming’s stunning Big Horn Mountain foothills, Sheridan offers outdoor adventure and community charm. Our hospital combines cutting‑edge technology with a collaborative, innovative culture.

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Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN or RN provides direct and indirect patient care services that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care. The LPN or RN communicates with physicians/Managers/co‑workers, as appropriate about changes in patient’s clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs.

The LPN or RN is able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or report on response to treatment appropriately. Additionally, is able to perform general nursing duties in the departments with adequate supervision.

• Adheres to organizational policies and procedures.
• Adheres to professional guidelines for practice as defined by the Wyoming State Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice.
• Collaborates with other departments in a professional manner as needed to provide patient‑centered care.
• Demonstrates effective communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills.
• Complies with Sheridan Memorial Hospital’s Kindness First Service Standards.

• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Ability to perform a head‑to‑toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy and in accordance with age specific populations.
• Ability to formulate and revise an individualized plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment. Evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness.
• Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques including non‑pharmacological techniques. Includes patient and family in all aspects of pain management through on‑going education about pain, assessment, treatment and common barriers to adequate management.
• Coordinates and supervises patient care as necessary.
• Formulates a teaching plan based upon identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning. Family is included in teaching as appropriate.
• Documentation meets current standards and policies.
• Demonstrates ability to perform treatments and provide services within scope of practice.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to all health care team members.
• Consults other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs.
• Provides care appropriate to disease condition and age of the patient.
• Demonstrates an ability to assist physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Reports significant events such as near misses, adverse events, patient/family complaints, and any situation that affects the safe delivery of patient‑centered care in a timely manner.

• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Functions as liaison between the patient/family, physicians, other healthcare providers and administration.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Maintains a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates…