Sanford Health·Iron Mountain, Michigan
The LPN provides general clinical nursing support, including assessing patients and implementing care plans under the direction of a primary care provider. Responsibilities include preparing exam rooms, assisting with procedures, and managing patient data and prescriptions.
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. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 Compensation:
$24.72 - $32.42 Union Position: Yes Department Details Marshfield Medical Center-Dickinson is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our Orthopedics team. We have a completely renovated clinic with new equipment, an updated procedure room, and a desirable Monday-Friday schedule (no weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts). If you are looking for meaningful work, strong teamwork, and the opportunity to work in a patient-centered environment, we’d love to connect with you!
Union: AFSCME Internal Posting Timeline: Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm Benefits Eligibility: Full-time Employee Status: Part-Time Part-Time FTE Range: 0.5 – 0.99 Shift Lengths: 8 hours Start Times: 8:00am, 8:30am, or as assigned 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.
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. Qualifications Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program. 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. 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 1-877-949-5678 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.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited LPN program and hold a valid Licensed Practical Nurse license from the State of Michigan. BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required within 30 days of hire.
Market context
In Michigan, nursing roles often show steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and home health settings. These positions can be competitive because employers may prioritize licensure readiness, BLS timing, and flexibility for shift-based care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting to save research time, and confirm you can meet the High School Diploma or GED requirement and obtain BLS within 90 days before applying.