Freeman Health System·Freeman, South Dakota
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the continuous assessment of assigned patients' physical, emotional, clinical, and psychosocial needs. This includes planning and implementing appropriate interventions and evaluating their effectiveness in providing safe and effective care.
Our Mission To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.
Full time ( 36 hours/week ) 6:45 am - 7:15 pm
We are the area’s only inpatient rehabilitation facility located on the third float at Freeman Hospital East 20 beds serving patients with strokes, lower extremity fractures, non-traumatic spinal cord injuries, amputations, cardiac and trauma/medically complex patients. All patients are required to participate in 3 hours of therapy per day, 5 out of the 7 days in the week. The best part of our department is the team oriented approach to care and the opportunity to get to know the patient and watch them improve before your eyes
What You’ll Do Under the direction of a professional RN, participates in the systematic and continual assessment of the physical, emotional, clinical, and psychosocial needs of assigned patients and families; the planning and implementation of appropriate interventions; and the evaluation of effectiveness and adjustment of a plan as indicated in a timely manner in the provision of safe and effective care.
Current Missouri Practical Nurse license or current Practical Nurse license from a compact state. If a compact license is held, it must be in the nurse's state of residence.
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Market context
In South Dakota, nursing support roles such as CNA and Medication Aide positions are often sought in long-term care and related facility settings, where dependable staffing is important. Competition can center on active certifications, comfort with hands-on care, and experience in similar environments. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and if you apply, emphasize your certifications and any facility-based experience.
