LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Ophthalmology

Sanford Health

With over 224 clinic locations and 46 medical centers, Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. 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.

Facility: 25th & Minnesota Building Location: Sioux Falls, SD Address: 1621 S Minnesota Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57105, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Full time Weekly Hours: 40.00 Salary Range: $21.75 - $29.50 Pay Info: $ Sign on bonus for eligible applicants $

Department Details

Put life back into focus with our ophthalmology clinic. Using advanced technology and surgical techniques, you'll assist patients in a quick recovery that helps them see vision changes in no time!

• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Flexible Scheduling
• Fast paced work environment
• Numerous opportunities to learn new and innovative equipment
• Work alongside our friendly providers!
• Sign on bonus available for eligible applicants
• Additional employee perks

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. 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.

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.