LPN - Vermillion Care Center - PRN

Position Overview

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world‑class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America) | Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

0 | Compensation:
Salary Range: $24.00 - $36.00 | Union Position:
No | Department Details: N/A

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long‑term care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician.

• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the resident in the relevant clinical setting.
• Displays competency within the full scope of nursing expertise and utilizes appropriate age- and population‑specific standards for the resident’s physical and psychosocial needs as per the care plan.
• Performs testing to evaluate data reflective of the resident’s status and provides the necessary care.
• Recognizes problems, recommends solutions, and responds effectively to assist in an emergent situation.
• Ensures the health, comfort, and safety of residents.
• Contributes to resident assessment and administers medications or treatments as ordered.
• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed.
• Documents resident interactions and related outcomes, including medication, behavior, activity, and dietary information.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with residents, health care providers, and the public.
• Works effectively with professional and supportive personnel as a member of an interdisciplinary care team.
• Communicates clearly and maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Counsels residents, family members, and/or resident advocates, under the direction of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician, on prevention and treatment plans.
• Applies resident education principles to develop a self‑care program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred.
• If the position requires IV therapy/management skills in North Dakota, completion of a Board‑approved AASPN program that includes IV therapy or an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing is required.
• Attended a pre‑licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or has a minimum of 400 hours of LPN experience at another facility.
• Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with the state nursing board and/or possesses multi‑state licensure privileges.
• Obtains and subsequently maintains required department‑specific competencies and certifications.
• Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility.

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