LPN

Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Med-Surg

Key Responsibilities:

The Med-Surg/ER Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to the patients and performed by the certified nursing assistants/nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures on the medical surgical and ER departments.

Physical Requirements:

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand and eye coordination
• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 or over lbs
• Working irregular hours including after hours
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.

Note: McKenzie Health reserves the right to assign, reassign, or eliminate duties and responsibilities as necessary. The description of critical job features is not exhaustive and may change as deemed appropriate.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Personal Qualities:
  • Outgoing: An approachable and engaging personality that fosters strong relationships with staff, patients, and healthcare providers.
  • Positive Outlook: A proactive attitude that promotes a constructive, can-do environment, even in challenging situations.
  • Proactive Problem Solver: Demonstrates initiative in identifying and addressing challenges before they become issues, improving operational efficiency.
  • Accountable: Takes full responsibility for actions and outcomes, demonstrating reliability and integrity in all aspects of the role.
  • Exceptional Follow-Through: Consistently ensures that tasks are completed efficiently and accurately, meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Organizational Skills: Strong ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and keep the laboratory running smoothly and efficiently.
  • Collaborative: Works well with others, fostering a team-oriented atmosphere and encouraging input from all departments to achieve common goals.
  • Friendly: Maintains a warm, approachable demeanor that creates a welcoming environment for both staff and patients.
  • Exceptional Customer Service Skills: Provides outstanding service to both patients and internal departments, ensuring a positive and seamless experience for all stakeholders.
  • Leads by Example: Demonstrates leadership through actions, setting a high standard for others and promoting a culture of excellence and accountability.
  • Mentors Others: Actively invests in the development of team members, offering guidance, support, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Builds Up Others: Encourages and inspires colleagues, fostering a positive work environment and a sense of teamwork and collaboration.
  • Dedicated to the Mission: Demonstrates a strong commitment to the organization’s mission and values, aligning personal and team goals with the larger objectives of the healthcare facility.
  • Committed to Continuing Growth: Embraces continuous learning and professional development, actively seeking opportunities to grow and improve both personally and as a leader.
  • Embrace Change: Adaptable and open to new ideas and changes in technology, processes, or strategies, promoting an environment of innovation and growth.
  • Must successfully pass background checks and drug screen.

Education and Experience:

• Prior experience on a medical/surgical floor preferred but not required.
• Previous EHR experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current unrestricted license as a LPN in North Dakota or compact license in home state.
• Minimum of Associates Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN program.
• Current BLS certification or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire.

McKenzie Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.