LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Surgical Trauma Rotating at Sanford Health

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.Work Shift:12 Hours - Rotating Shifts (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:36Salary Range: $23.00 - $31.50Union Position: NoDepartment DetailsWe welcome New Graduate and Experienced LPNs to apply to the LPN/RN Delivery Care Model on Surgical Trauma!The unit is comprised of a 44-bed unit and additional 11-bed overflow unit with telemetry capabilities for adult patients. The unit provides care to a variety of patient populations most frequently being surgical and trauma related diagnosis. The unit works closely with several different surgeon groups and patients including general surgery vascular surgery plastic surgery OB-GYN surgery and bariatric surgery. The technical hands-on skills of nursing are used every day on the unit as most patients come with several tubes lines drains and/or wound cares/dressing changes. The will LPN partner with an RN to manage complex patient needs in a fast paced team environment. This diversity creates an opportunity for LPNs to be challenged and grow within their scope!SummaryThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care for patients of all ages. Functions in a structured care setting and adheres to the policies and procedures established by Sanford.Job DescriptionCollaborates with other inter-professional colleagues including physicians to plan implement and evaluate care. Demonstrates knowledge of nursing principles for the patient in the relevant clinical setting and possess the ability to perform testing to assess data reflective of the patients status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to the age-specific needs and to provide the care needed. Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient care and treatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients. Functions within the scope and standards of nursing practice as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and Administrative Rules in state of practice and licensure. The Sanford Professional Nursing Practice recognizes the Scope and Standards of Practice and the Code of Ethics for Nurses with Interpretive Statements as published by the American Nurses Association as the foundation of nursing care delivery and professional conduct.QualificationsGraduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.If position requires IV therapy/management skills the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing.Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess 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.Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application please call 1- or send an email to Key Skills Children Activity,Dermatology,Lounge,Accomodation,Litigation Paralegal,Administration Office Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 23 - 31