Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Behavioral Health Senior Unit

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 - $33.75Position Highlights: Varied Shifts; 72hrs/2wksYou Belong at Avera: Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.A Brief OverviewThe 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.What You Will DoCollects 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 QualificationsThe individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:Licensed 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 Some: Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirementCareer development guided by hands-on training and mentorship