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 historyObtains and documents patient vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptlyAdministers 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 IVsVerifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accuratelyObserves and records patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatmentsServes as a liaison between physician and patient; shares information and reinforces education and instructions provided by the care providerParticipates in admission and discharge processPerforms and documents comprehensive patient assessmentsReviews and updates plan of care where applicable
Qualifications

Required Education and Experience 

Completion of an accredited LPN program 1 year of experience preferred

Required Licensure and Certifications

LPN:ND;BLS-CPR

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Candidate must be proficient with computers and computer applications in the healthcare setting.Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.IV Certification (1 year)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.