LPN MSP
US-ND-DICKINSON
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 413711
Type: Varies
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Overview: CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson, part of CommonSpirit Heath, a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood, Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care, assisted and residential living communities, community health services organizations, home health agencies, and numerous outpatient facilities. Responsibilities: The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to chronic and stabilized patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse; participates in each phase of the nursing process and may provide supervision to nurse aides; adheres to the performance standards established for this position. This position supports the mission, vision, and philosophy of CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson. * Interviews patients and records their medical history * Obtains and documents patient vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptly * Administers and documents administration of treatments and medications within scope of practice; may administer oral, topical, and suppository medications; administer injections, infusions, and blood transfusions; start IVs * Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately * Observes and records patients' conditions and reactions to medications and treatments * Serves as a liaison between physician and patient; shares information and reinforces education and instructions provided by the care provider Qualifications: Education and Experience * Completion of an accredited LPN program, Required. Licensure and Certifications * Licensed Practical Nurse: North Dakota (LPN:ND), Required. * American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR), Required.
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