LPN - Orthopedic Clinic

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)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: Sanford S Univ Med CtrLocation: Fargo, NDAddress: 1720 University Dr S, Fargo, ND 58103, USAShift: 8 Hours - Day ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 40.00Salary Range: $21.00 - $29.50Pay Info: $10,000 Sign On BonusDepartment DetailsJoin our welcoming Orthopedic Clinic team, where you'll care for both pediatric and adult patients in a collaborative, patient-focused environment. Working closely with providers, you'll play an important role in helping patients regain mobility, recover from injuries, and improve their quality of life. This position offers an opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while developing specialized orthopedic skills in a supportive and engaging clinic setting. As an LPN, you'll enjoy hands-on patient care and a variety of responsibilities, including:Assisting with dressing changesStaple and suture removalBrace fittingsOrder entryPreparing medicationsOpportunities to learn splinting and casting techniquesParticipation in councils and committees for those interested in becoming more involvedWhether you're an experienced orthopedic nurse or looking to expand your clinical expertise, you'll be supported by a knowledgeable team that values learning, collaboration, and professional growth.Why You'll Love it Here:Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PMComprehensive benefits plans$10,000 Sign on BonusOpportunities for growthJob SummaryAre 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.ResponsibilitiesEnsures the health, comfort and safety of patientsDocuments a thorough medical history from patientContributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as orderedProvides technical support to healthcare professionalsCounseling patients and family, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plansQualificationsGraduate 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.