**Responsibilities** The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to chronic and stabilized patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse; participates in each phase of the nursing process and may provide supervision to nurse aides; adheres to the performance standards established for this position. This position supports the mission, vision, and philosophy of CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson. + Interviews patients and records their medical history + Obtains and documents patient vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptly + Administers and documents administration of treatments and medications within scope of practice; may administer oral, topical, and suppository medications; administer injections, infusions, and blood transfusions; start IVs + Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately + Observes and records patients’ conditions and reactions to medications and treatments + Serves as a liaison between physician and patient; shares information and reinforces education and instructions provided by the care provider + Participates in admission and discharge process + Performs and documents comprehensive patient assessments + Reviews and updates plan of care where applicable **Qualifications** **Required Education and Experience** + Completion of an accredited LPN program + 1 year of experience preferred **Required Licensure and Certifications** + LPN:ND; + BLS-CPR **Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training** + Candidate must be proficient with computers and computer applications in the healthcare setting. + Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English. + IV Certification (1 year) **Overview** CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities. **Pay Range** $20.71 - $28.48 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.