Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Med/Surg/Peds at Sanford Health

Iron Mountain, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jun, 26

Salary

32.42

Posted On

29 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse, Clinical Nursing Support, Patient Assessment, Care Planning, Patient Instruction, Basic Procedures, Documentation, Test Result Explanation, Prescription Filling, Prior Authorization, Basic Life Support, Wound Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. Work Shift: 12 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Salary Range: $24.72 - $32.42 Union Position: Yes Department Details AFSCME Job Posting Internal Posting Timeline: Thursday, September 18, 2025 - Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 1:30pm Benefits Eligibility: Full-time Employee Status: Full-time for scheduling purposes Hours: 7:00a-7:00p, or as assigned, including weekend rotation. Overtime Status: 12+ hours in 1 day or 40+ hours in 1 work week Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a primary care provider, as part of the healthcare team, and is responsible for providing general clinical nursing support. The individual is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care required for the patient and will assist in the development and revision of patient’s care plan. Job Description Prepares instruments, equipment, materials and exam rooms to ensure the appropriate items are available for patient care. Obtains and documents complete patient data in a timely and accurate manner to ensure the accuracy of the patient record for future use. Assists the provider with exams, tests and procedures and provides patient instructions to provide appropriate patient care and ensures the patient is knowledgeable on self-care procedures. Performs basic procedures as ordered by provider and within scope of practice to. Completes clerical or insurance processes to ensure the proper documentation and submission of charges is completed in a timely manner. Assists the provider with obtaining, processing or explaining test results or prescriptions to the patient to ensure the information is accurate and understood by the patient. Communicates with patients regarding their concerns and collects information to resolve the matter, if within their scope, or relays the information to the provider for further follow-up. Participates in the development of the care plan with other team members to safely and accurately implement the plan. Provides instruction to the patient and/or family members to ensure an understanding of the information pertaining to the patient. Completes steps to fill prescriptions per protocol and completes prior authorization forms to ensure proper billing and fill of the prescription for the patient. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Other duties as assigned. Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position. Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform, within scope, role specific functions. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. For Wound Clinic, must complete a UHMS certified introductory course in wound care and hyperbaric medicine within first 3 months. Experience as a licensed practical nurse within an area relative to the hiring department preferred. Licensed Practical Nurse license awarded by the State of Michigan. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within 30 days of hire. For LPNs who may be requested to float to a Wisconsin clinic, a WI LPN license must be obtained within the first 3 months. For Wound Clinic, a Certified Wound Care Associate (CWCA) certification is required within 3 ½ years. If travel to offsite locations is required, must possess a valid driver’s license and have a driving record without a significant history of accidents and/or convictions of moving violations. 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 talent@sanfordhealth.org. The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides general clinical nursing support under the direction of a primary care provider, being accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the nursing care required for the patient. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, obtaining and documenting patient data, assisting providers with exams and procedures, and providing patient instructions regarding self-care.