Nurse (LPN)

URGENTLY HIRING - Currently 1 opening for highly qualified/motivated applicants.
New starting wages at $33.
00 and up, for Full-time permanent positions, depending on experience and qualifications such as advanced college degree or certifications.
Excellent benefits package which includes paid time off, 13 paid holidays per year, annual and Christmas bonuses, Medical/Dental/Vision insurances, HSA with company match, Gym access, wellness benefits, advancement opportunities, paid training, and more! Education assistance for an LPN working to complete their RN.
Job Summary: The Facility Nurse is responsible for developing treatment protocols and primary care for Sacred Heart Center clients.
The position also provides and initiates preventive health services including immunizations, and health screening measures including vision, auditory dental, and physical assessment.
The position will develop and implement wellness/education programs for Sacred Heart Center staff.
The Facility Nurse will provide client wellness services for both shelters.
To be successful as the Facility Nurse, the incumbent will demonstrate excellent medical and organizational skills, and be able to make proper decisions and use judgment to complete the responsibilities of the position.
The Facility Nurse will meet regularly with the supervisor and department directors to provide updates on client-related health issues.
The Facility Nurse will work with administration and department directors to coordinate and deliver health services to clients.
In addition, will coordinate activities to promote wellness amongst SHC staff.
Job Duties & Responsibilities: Provides general healthcare and preventive health services to all Sacred Heart Center clients including guidance in nutrition, common illnesses, growth and development, infectious diseases, and hygiene.
Organizes and supervises medical records for all clients and updates medical records as needed.
Provides training and education to SHC staff on client health-related issues.
Maintain CPR/First Aid trainer certification throughout their tenure.
Provides CPR/First Aid training to all SHC staff.
Coordinates care for all clients including coordination of transport of clients to medical-related appointments and may assist with client transportation for medical appointments as needed.
Provides training/supervision to direct care staff in relation to health care needs of clients including the dispensing of prescription and non-prescription medication.
Provides treatment instructions to staff for clients.
Provides health counseling and education to clients on a one-to-one basis or in a group setting.
Maintains complete and accurate client medical records.
Attends all staff meetings and mandatory training.
Maintain courteous and professional relationships with other outside agencies.
Regularly works 40 hours per week, but may work overtime as required, to meet the needs of SHC and its mission.
Provides other services and work duties as needed to meet the needs of the Sacred Heart Center and its ability to carry out its mission.
Supervision: Supervision Received: This position is directly supervised by the Programs & Ops Administrator and clinical oversight is provided by a contracted RN/BSN.
This position will receive indirect oversight from other Program Directors, as necessary, to meet requirements for grants and/or Administrative Rules.
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Supervision Provided: This position is non-supervisory but may provide direction and guidance relating to the health care needs of clients.
This position will hold the final say regarding all medical decisions and concerns related to clients and staff.
Minimum Qualifications: Education and Experience: A minimum of an Licensed Practicing Nurse certification/license with the state of SD.
A Certificate or Associate Degree in Nursing is required depending on licensure requirements.
Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (RN) is preferred.
Experience with working with both at-risk youth and adults is preferred.
Comprehensive professional knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and processes including physical and emotional assessments.
Two years experience as a Licensed Practicing Nurse.
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Skills & Abilities: Maintain confidentiality in all departments Computer skills - must possess basic computer skills including the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook with the ability to learn job-specific programs and software Interpersonal skills - must be able to communicate effectively with administrative staff, departmental staff, and clients Job Knowledge - possess necessary skills to complete necessary tasks and duties for the position.
Background in working with at-risk youth and DV and SA victims is preferred.
Hold or obtain CPR/First Aid trainer certification within 6 months of employment.
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Additional Requirements: Possess a valid South Dakota Driver’s License Must hold and maintain a valid RN license with the State of SD throughout employment Must report any change in license status to Administration immediately Be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.
Successfully pass pre-employment Drug Screen Successfully pass Criminal Background Check.
The following may disqualify any applicant from consideration: Any felony conviction Any domestic violence violations, convictions, or restraints.
Any violations, convictions, or restraints for actions made against children or vulnerable adults.
Any false, untrue statements or material omissions in the application and related paperwork or during the selection process.
Physical Conditions: Work Environment: Regularly working indoors in controlled temperatures and noise levels.
Routinely work with medical equipment including sharps, chemicals, etc.
Routinely work with clients with varying medical and health conditions with exposure to illnesses, body-borne pathogens such as blood-borne, etc.
The employee will routinely operate typical business office equipment.
Directly working with the clients while speaking and engaging verbally as required.
Operating a company vehicle daily as necessary to complete duties.
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Physical Requirements: Use both hands and wrists repetitively for prolonged periods.
The ability to physically restrain clients using provided training and techniques.
Occasionally lift up to 25 lbs.
Use of hands and wrists repetitively for extended periods of time.
Physical dexterity and endurance to safety conduct the duties of this job to include the use of fingers, hands, arms, legs, and body regularly throughout the workday.
Sitting or standing for extended periods up to or exceeding 8 hours per day.
The ability to remain alert to the surroundings and soundly make quick decisions to maintain the safety of persons both staff and clients EEO Statement: “The Sacred Heart Center, Inc.
of South Dakota, while holding to our Catholic roots and beliefs, believes that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities and shall provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants.
No person shall be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other nonperformance factors.
It is the position of Sacred Heart Center that all employment decisions be based on qualifications for the job and the ability to satisfy requirements established for each position that are reasonable and necessary.
” Native American/Alaskan Native Preference: “The Sacred Heart Center, Inc.
of South Dakota, located on the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Reservation and primarily providing services to Native and Indigenous peoples and communities within the boundaries of the Reservation, strives to provide Native American hiring preference whenever possible.
In compliance with federal law and to best serve our clients, Sacred Heart Center will provide a hiring preference, whenever reasonably appropriate, to Native American/Alaskan Native applicants who meet the minimum qualification of the job, the best interest of our clients, and company mission.
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