Overview

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Responsibilities

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Works under the supervision of the registered Nurse/Director of Nursing. The Licensed practical Nurse will function as a member of the multi-disciplinary health care team under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Functions according to State Nurse Practice Act, Nursing Policies Procedure and the Mission and Philosophy of the Facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Gather preliminary patient information

Record vital signs

Perform injections

Care for and dress wounds

Provide help for daily care

Monitor a variety of health care equipment

Monitor medication charts ensuring patients get the correct dosage

Feed incapacitated patients that aren’t able to feed themselves

Maintain and monitor IVs

Prep the patient for procedures

Inform patients of how to take care of themselves after the hospital stay

Qualifications

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.

Licensure: Licensed to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the state of ND or in a compact state. Graduate Practical Nurse (G.P.N.) must practice under the supervision of a registered nurse while the work authorization to practice is valid.

Experience: Previous healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Pay Range

$18.86 - $25.22 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.