LPN Inpatient - Orthopedics

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: 21.00 - 31.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

4C Orthopedic/Surgical Unit:
**New Grads welcome to apply!

• A 28-bed unit specializing in orthopedic and surgical care located within an Orthopedic Specialty Hospital at Sanford South University campus housing the orthopedic clinics and surgery center.
• As a Center of Joint Success, the main focus is caring for patients undergoing elective orthopedic surgeries and total joint replacements. Nurses work very closely with physical therapists, occupational therapists, case managers, and providers throughout the day to ensure patients receive optimal care.
• The unit is known for being a fast-paced unit with a culture of teamwork that leads to positive outcomes for both employees and patients.
• Closed campus staffing along with the inpatient acute Rehab unit (not required to float to other campuses).
• Opportunities for self-scheduling.
• Ongoing support during and after orientation via clinical learning and development specialists and Nurse Residency Program for new graduates.

• Sanford Health has achieved Disease Specific Certification Designation from The Joint Commission in Total Hip, Total Knee, Total Shoulder, and Hip Fracture care. Sanford Health continues to lead the way in Bone Health by maintaining “Star Performer” status from the American Orthopedic Association’s Own the Bone program and by being the recipient of the Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Orthopedics.

• RN Continuing educational opportunities that promote and encourage specialty certifications (ONC, PMGT-BC, MedSurg-BC, and more!) Ability to apply for career lanes after one year. Advancement opportunities available (preceptor, charge nurse, committee involvement, and more!)

Nurse - Patient Ratio:
• Days and Evenings: 1:4-5
• Nights: 1:5-6

If you are a nurse that is…
• Focused on safety
• Empowered by helping your patients meet their goals
• Enjoys building strong interdisciplinary relationships
• Motivated to help create and deliver high-quality patient care in an energizing team environment
….Then this is the role for YOU!!

Summary

The 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 Description

Collaborates 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 patient's status and to interpret appropriately the information needed to identify each patient's 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.

Qualifications

Graduate 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. 

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