LPN - Family Medicine Resident Clinic

Ambulatory Nursing Care At Sanford Health

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States with over 224 clinic locations and 46 medical centers. Join our ambulatory nursing care team which sees 5.2 million outpatient and clinic visits every year. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family.

We are looking for a hardworking and fun Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to come join our vibrant team at the Family Medicine Amber Valley Clinic in Fargo, ND. The Resident Clinic is unique as the primary providers are physicians that are in their residency. We have a small nursing team of seven.

LPN Typical Duties:

• Conducting nurse visits
• Communicating with providers
• Responding to my chart messages
• Blood pressure & weight checks
• Suture & staple removal
• Administering vaccines
• Medication refills

This position will work Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm, no weekends or major holidays located at the NEW Amber Valley Clinic.

Job Summary: Are you looking for a nursing career where you can grow your skillset, feel valued, and make a lasting impact in the lives of your patients in your community? We're seeking a passionate, positive, team-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality, holistic care to patients throughout their healthcare journey and ensure they are comforted and feel like they are being heard. Our ambulatory LPNs work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Provider or Physician and have the autonomy of being the primary nurse for a provider within their scope of practice.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients
• Documents a thorough medical history from patient
• Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered
• Provides technical support to healthcare professionals
• Counseling patients and family, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans

Qualifications: Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). If position requires IV therapy/management skills, the following is required in North Dakota: graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing. Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.