Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Escape to Martin Nature's Playground in the Heart of South Dakota! The Community Martin, SD Nestled in the heart of the Great Plains, Martin, South Dakota, offers a peaceful escape surrounded by the natural beauty of wide-open prairies and rolling hills. This charming town is the gateway to unforgettable experiences, from exploring the nearby Badlands National Park to discovering the rich culture of the Oglala Lakota Nation at the Lakota Prairie Ranch. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy fishing, hiking, and camping in the tranquil local landscapes, while visitors seeking relaxation will find Martin's small-town charm and welcoming spirit the perfect retreat.

About the Facility LaCreek Health Center LaCreek Health Center, located in Martin, South Dakota, provides comprehensive healthcare services to the local community and surrounding areas. As part of the Indian Health Service (Client), the center offers a range of primary care services, including family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health. They also provide dental care, behavioral health services, and pharmacy support. Focused on delivering culturally sensitive care, LaCreek Health Center aims to enhance the overall health and well-being of patients through preventive care, chronic disease management, and wellness programs.

Responsibilities

• The Licensed Practical Nurse shall obtain patient history and patient family history.
• Perform quality control checks and operator maintenance for a variety of patient care equipment.
• The LPN shall assist in identifying patient needs and implementing the plan of care.
• Document care given and patient response in the medical record.
• Prepare patient for physical examination.
• Communicate pertinent patient data to the appropriate provider.
• Possess knowledge of actions and usual dosages of most commonly used emergency drugs and their location.
• Recognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate resuscitative measures.
• Conduct prescribed nurse initiated, nurse practitioner, and physician orders and document in patient medical record.
• The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in patient/family education regarding prescribed medications/therapies/diagnostic procedures.
• Assess patient/family knowledge level, implement plan of instructions and record patient/family demonstrated level of understanding.
• Assure content and correctness of a prepared report and sign document to validate its content.
• Participate in monitoring quality of care according to processional standards and established procedures.
• Respond to telephone inquiries regarding ward services and/or follow-up ancillary reports.
• Assist with ward related administrative tasks.
• Administer oxygen, intravenous fluids and prescribed medications in accordance with the Client policy.
• The Licensed Practical Nurse demonstrates sensitivity to cultural diversity, race, gender, and other individual differences in the workforce and in the community.

Requirements

• Education: Completed a program in practical nursing of at least 9 months' duration combined with 1 year of nursing assistant experience; or successful completion of a 2-year degree in practical nursing. and have passed the NCLEX-PN exam.
• Licensure: Must possess a current, valid, unrestricted nursing license in a state, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.
• Certification: Valid American Heart Association certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Experience: Two years of nursing care work in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical nursing or patient care facility.

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