LPN Stepdown Long-Term Care
Sheridan, Wyoming
Sheridan Memorial Hospital

Job Opportunity: LTC/LPN - Sheridan, Wyoming

Position Details

• Specialty: LTC/LPN
• Location: Sheridan, Wyoming
• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current unrestricted Wyoming Practical or Vocational Nurse Licensure.
• Minimum 2 years LPN experience required.
• BLS (AHA) certification required.
• LPN IV certification (IV-C) recognized by Wyoming State Board of Nursing required within 1 year of position start date.
• Additional certifications may be required based on unit assignment.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, managers, and co-workers regarding patient condition and diagnostic results.
• Prioritize care based on physical and psychosocial patient needs.
• Respond quickly and accurately to changes in patient condition or treatment response.
• Perform general nursing duties with adequate supervision.

Essential Functions

Professional Practice

• Adhere to organizational policies and professional nursing standards (Wyoming State Board of Nursing, ANA Scope and Standards).
• Collaborate professionally with other departments to provide patient-centered care.
• Demonstrate communication, conflict resolution, team building, and leadership skills.
• Comply with organizational service standards.

Quality of Care

• Perform patient care in a safe environment minimizing errors.
• Conduct head-to-toe assessments and reassessments as per policy.
• Develop and revise individualized care plans based on patient response.
• Assess and manage pain using pharmacological and non-pharmacological methods.
• Coordinate and supervise patient care.
• Develop and evaluate patient and family teaching plans.
• Maintain documentation according to standards.
• Perform treatments and services within scope of practice.
• Communicate clearly with healthcare team members.
• Consult other departments for interdisciplinary care.
• Provide age- and disease-appropriate care.
• Assist physicians with procedures requiring technical/manual skills.
• Report significant events affecting patient safety promptly.

Service

• Treat patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs.
• Act as liaison between patients/families, physicians, healthcare providers, and administration.
• Involve patients and families in care planning.
• Maintain good working relationships within and across departments.
• Identify and address psychosocial needs; coordinate with social services/discharge planners.
• Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and ability to function well under stress.

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as a requirement for this position.