Avera Health·Freeman, South Dakota
The LPN collects patient data, conducts nursing assessments, and implements patient-centered health care plans. They collaborate with the healthcare team to provide safe nursing care and advocate for the best interests of the patient.
Location: Freeman, SD
Work Shift: Rotating days/evenings/nights/weekends/holidays (United States of America)
Freeman Regional Health Service is looking for individuals to join our growing, team-oriented organization.
Position Highlights: Full Time (working at least 72 hours per pay period)
00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.)
00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.)
A Brief Overview The LPN practices under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other health care provider. The LPN organizes and directs those aspects of care for which he/she is accountable; communicating and coordinating care with well-defined nursing diagnoses, including all health team members.
What you will do
Collects data and conducts a focused nursing assessment of the health status of a patient.
Participates with other health care providers in the development and modification of the patient-centered health care plan.
Implements nursing interventions within a patient-centered health care plan.
Assists in the evaluation of responses to interventions.
Provides for the maintenance of safe and effective nursing care rendered directly or indirectly.
Advocates for the best interest of the patient.
Communicates and collaborates with patients and members of the health care team.
Assists with health counseling and teaching.
Delegates and assigns nursing interventions to implement the plan of care.
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Benefits: You Need & Then Some
Freeman Regional Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law.
Candidates must hold an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from the Board of Nursing. One to three years of experience in a hospital setting is preferred.
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.
