Location: Baudette,MN, USA
**Overview**
Work in the heart of #humankindness at CHI Lakewood Health.
CHI LakeWood Health provides a long-term care, family practice-clinic, 15-bed critical-access hospital, public health and assisted living services. We are nestled in Baudette MN, just minutes from Lake of the Woods and Zippel Bay State Park. Enjoy nature's playground, lake living trails, unique shopping and dining! We serve patients and their loved ones in Lake of the Woods County and the surrounding area. Check out the link for more info on Baudette MN
**Responsibilities**
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, Licensed Practical Nurse functions as a vital member of the healthcare team who contributes to the success of the practice by demonstrating customer/patient focus, effective communication, professionalism, and teamwork. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate comprehensive care provided to selected patient populations and their families.
**ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards and procedures.
+ Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly.
+ Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages.
+ Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices.
+ Administers certain prescribed medications, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
+ Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations.
+ Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response.
+ Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions.
+ Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes.
+ Performs other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**
+ Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
+ Current licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse by the Minnesota State Board of Nursing
+ BLS
**Pay Range**
$20.62 - $28.35 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.