Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

LPN Position at Avera Behavioral Health Center-Sioux FallsWorker Type: RegularWork Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)Pay Range: $24.50 - $33.75This position floats to all of Behavioral Health Inpatient units, The Link, BHS Urgent Care, and Behavioral Health Adolescent Addiction UnitYou will enjoy this Behavioral Health setting if you are a nurse that:Enjoys patient focused care with a team that is dedicated to quality patient outcomesIs dynamic and flexibleWants to impact lives every day by working with behavioral health conditionsAppreciates an active, challenging care environment that requires critical thinkingValues autonomous professional nursing practicePossesses motivation to help create and deliver high-quality patient care in an energizing team environmentPosition Highlights:Opportunity to experience a variety of inpatient settingsWork with staff from many areasAverage 1 LPN for 7-8 patient ratio100% self-scheduleStudent Loan Repayment: This LPN position is eligible for Avera's Student Loan Repayment Program, which helps you pay off your loans and save money. Each month an extra payment of $167 (up to $10,000) from Avera will help pay down your principal balance faster.Varied Shifts; 72hrs/2wksEvery 3rd weekend and every 3rd holiday rotationYou Belong at AveraBe part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.The LPN practices under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other health care provider. The LPN organizes and directs those aspects of care for which he/she is accountable; communicating and coordinating care with well-defined nursing diagnoses, including all health team members.Collects data and conducts a focused nursing assessment of the health status of a patient.Participates with other health care providers in the development and modification of the patient-centered health care plan.Implements nursing interventions within a patient-centered health care plan.Assists in the evaluation of responses to interventions.Provides for the maintenance of safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.Advocates for the best interest of the patient.Communicates and collaborates with patients and members of the health care team.Assists with health counseling and teaching.Delegates and assigns nursing interventions to implement the plan of care.Essential QualificationsLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon HireExpectations and StandardsCommitment to the daily application of Avera's mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.Promote Avera's values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.Uphold Avera's standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.Maintain confidentiality.Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.Benefits You Need & Then SomePTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorshipAvera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. Floyd Valley Healthcare / An Avera Affiliate