LPN Ambulatory - Podiatry Clinic South University Clinic

Company: Sanford Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: May 17, 2020

Job Description:

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in United States. We're proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. See yourself at Sanford! Facility: South University Hospital Location: Fargo, ND Shift: Day Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 32.00 Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will participate in the implementation and evaluation of patient care, under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Documents a thorough medical history from patient. Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered. Provides technical support to healthcare professionals as needed. Counseling patients and family members, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans. The LPN demonstrates competency and practices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge and utilizes appropriate age and population specific standards as designated in their assigned clinical setting. Department Details This position is 32 hours/week, with the potential to pick up shifts in other clinics. This position will provide support to the 4 podiatrists, working with the other nurses within the clinic. Tasks include rooming, assisting with documents/workability forms, wound care, fitting of braces and cam boots, casting and splinting. Once orientated to our department, the nurse will then orientate to the Hand and Orthopedic clinics as well. 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. 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 . Job Function: Nursing Req Number: R-08558 Featured: No

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