Devils Lake, ND, 58301, USA
16 hours ago
LPN
**Overview** Work in the heart of #humankindness at CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake as a casual LPN in our Medical Surgical Peds Unit. As our LPN, you'll perform the functions of a licensed practical nurse in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating all assigned care of patients of all ages (neonates/infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, geriatrics) in collaboration with an RN. Manages all assigned personal supplies and equipment and promotes teamwork with all members of the health care team. Adheres to performance standards designated for their position. **About Us:** CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital accredited by The Joint Commission licensed by the North Dakota State Department of Health and certified by the Department of Health and Human Services for participation in the Medicare Program. Our hospital has been committed to providing patients quality medical treatment in the Lake Region area and surrounding communities since 1902. **Responsibilities** + Performs nursing data collection and reports any irregularities to appropriate nursing personnel in a timely manner. + Participates in implementation of a plan of care according to individual patient needs. + Participates in interdisciplinary care conferencing and discharge planning as appropriate to patient needs. + Utilizes the nursing process and demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care. + Administers medication using the 5 rights: right medication, right dose, right route, right patient, and right time. + Is knowledgeable of medication action and possible side effects. + Administers therapies and treatments to patients as ordered by physician and in accordance with policies and procedures. + May perform more complex treatment and assume responsibilities according to state licensure, regulations, and certifications, based on experience and training. + Applies appropriate principles of pain management. + Additional responsibilities described in the formal job description. **Qualifications** + Graduate of an approved school of professional nursing. + Diploma in practical nursing through an approval education program. + Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) issued by the state of North Dakota + Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association **Preferred:** + PALS + NRP + ACLS + Computer skills preferred. **Pay Range** $20.87 - $30.26 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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