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LPN or Medical Assistant - Pediatrics West Fargo Clinic

Sanford Health

West Fargo, NDJob$17–29.5/hrPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$17–29.5/hr
Location
West Fargo, ND
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Licensed Practical NurseMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesDepartment Specific CertificationsAssociate's degree

Job overview

Sanford Health is hiring a LPN or Medical Assistant - Pediatrics West Fargo Clinic. Sanford Health is seeking a passionate, positive, team-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality, holistic care to patients. This role involves supporting patients with well child care, medication rechecks, behavioral health management, same day/ill appointments, and medication and vaccine administration in a fast-paced pediatric clinic environment. The LPN will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Provider, or Physician.

Key focus areas include Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients, Documents a thorough medical history from patient, and Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered.

Successful candidates bring Graduate From Accredited Practical Nursing Program and Licensed Practical Nurse License. Important skills include Patient Safety, Patient Comfort, Medical History Documentation, Patient Assessment, Medication Administration, and Treatment Administration. Preferred (not required): Skillset Growth, Team-Oriented, Quality Care, and Holistic Care.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient SafetyPatient ComfortMedical History DocumentationPatient AssessmentMedication AdministrationTreatment AdministrationTechnical SupportPatient CounselingFamily CounselingPrevention PlanningTreatment PlanningIV Therapy/ManagementSkillset GrowthTeam-OrientedQuality CareHolistic CarePatient ComfortingActive Listening

Qualifications

Graduate From an Accredited Practical Nursing ProgramLicensed Practical NurseMulti-State Licensure PrivilegesDepartment Specific CompetenciesDepartment Specific CertificationsIV Therapy Is Part of CurriculumCompletion of an IV Therapy Course Approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Careers With Purpose

With over 224 clinic locations and 46 medical centers, 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: West Fargo Clinic Location: West Fargo, ND Address: 1220 Sheyenne St, West Fargo, ND 58078, USA Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts Job Schedule: Flex Weekly Hours: 32.00 Salary Range: $17.00 - $29.50 Pay Info: . Sign On Bonus available for Qualified Candidates!

Department Details

This opportunity is within our West Fargo Children’s Clinic which is a fast paced environment. Our LPNs and MAs focus on supporting our patients with well child care, medication rechecks, behavioral health management, same day/ill appointments, medication and vaccine administration.

Three Reasons You Will LOVE This Job:

  • Watching children grow

  • Flexible time off

  • Close team work environment

Schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm.

This individual will be cross trained to our other Pediatric Clinics in the Fargo Moorhead community.

Job Summary

Are 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.

Responsibilities

  • Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients

  • Documents a thorough medical history from patient

  • Contributes to the assessment of patients and administers medications or treatments as ordered

  • Provides technical support to healthcare professionals

  • Counseling patients and family, under the direction of a registered nurse, on prevention and treatment plans

Qualifications

Graduate 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.

Benefits

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. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0260307 Job Function: Nursing Featured: No

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