What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical Surgical Department position at Lakes Regional Healthcare?
Location: Spirit Lake, IA Worker Type: Regular Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America) Be a part of Lakes Regional Healthcare! A multi-disciplinary team built on Compassion, Hospitality, and Stewardship, and the mission of improving the health and well-being of people in the Iowa Great Lakes region. Position Highlights PRN / As needed for day, evening, and night shifts. Join the team at Lakes Regional Healthcare! Award Winning Health Care: We take our work seriously and are proud to be in the Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital by iVantage Health Analytics and Chartis Center for Rural Health since 2019, in the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital by the National Rural Health Association, to earn the Outstanding Patient Experience Award 2022 by Healthgrades, and the list goes on. Positive Work Environment: Be part of an organization where we practice our mission & values in our daily operations and demonstrate our pride by delivering excellent care. Lake Regional Healthcare is currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver the best possible nursing care in LRH’s patient-focused setting. Summary: Under the general clinical supervision of the Registered Nurse, functions as a member of the healthcare team to provide skilled care for convalescent, chronic, sub-acute, or more acutely ill patients. Demonstrates the ability to perform a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. This includes pediatric, geriatric, and the general patient population. EDUCATION &/or EXPERIENCE: Completion of the LPN program. One year of medical/surgical hospital experience preferred. CERTIFICATION, LICENSURE, and/or REGISTRATIONS: Current Iowa LPN license. Basic Life Support, Adult/Child Abuse Mandatory Reporting, or ability to obtain in accordance with the education policy. At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.