LPN – Hospice – PT Position Available In Acadia, Louisiana

Job Description:

Careers With Purpose Sanford Health is one of the largest andfastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States.

We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunitiesto our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who arededicated to the work of health and healing across our broadfootprint.

Facility:

Centennial Cottage Location:

Sioux Falls, SDAddress:

6301 W 43rd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106,

USA Shift:

12 Hours•

Varied Shifts Job Schedule:

Part time

Weekly Hours:

24.00

SalaryRange:

$24

• $36 Department Details Are you dedicated to providingquality end-of-life care? Join our specially trained team atSanford Hospice, where we focus on supporting patients and theirloved ones with compassion and understanding.
• Cottages operatefrom 7 to 7 (rotating shifts)
• Every other weekend and holidayrequired (Differentials Offered!)
• Sign on bonus for eligibleapplicants up to $5,000!

Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN) participates in the implementation and evaluation ofpatient/resident care for stable and predictable patients/residentsof all ages in the home care setting. Demonstrates knowledge ofnursing principles for the patient/resident in the relevant settingand possesses the ability to perform testing to assess datareflective of the patient’s/resident’s status and to interpretappropriately the information needed to identify eachpatient’s/resident’s requirements relative to the age-specificneeds, and to provide the care needed. Demonstrates competency andpractices within the full scope of nursing expertise/knowledge andutilizes appropriate age and population specific standards asdesignated in the home care setting. Ensures the health, comfortand safety of patients/residents. Knowledge of the principles andskills needed for nursing to provide patient/resident care andtreatment. Knowledge of medications and their effects onpatients/residents. Knowledge of patient/residents educationprinciples to develop a self-care program. Knowledge of commonsafety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment,specific to the home setting. Skill in administering a variety oftreatments and medications as directed. Qualifications Graduatefrom an accredited practical nursing program as a LicensedPractical Nurse. If position requires IV therapy/management skills,the following is required in

North Dakota:

graduation from a Boardapproved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculumor completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North DakotaBoard of Nursing. One year of professional nursing experiencepreferred. Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-statelicensure privileges. Obtains and subsequently maintains requireddepartment specific competencies and certifications. Depending onlocation, a valid drivers license may be required. Basic LifeSupport (BLS) for health care providers required. Benefits SanfordHealth offers an attractive benefits package for qualifyingfull-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, avariety 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 tomaintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information aboutTotal Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits . Sanfordis an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individualwith a disability and would like to request an accommodation forhelp with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 orsend an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org . Sanford Health has aDrug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drugscreen and pre-employment background screening as a condition ofemployment.

Req Number:

R-0221346

Job Function:

Nursing Featured:

No