LPN - Lead Administrative Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. We’re proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50,000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint. This position is office-based and supports key home health operations, including referral and intake processes, to help ensure timely and coordinated patient care. Must be self-directed and able to perform with a high level of accountability and minimal supervision. Functions as a resource for employees and clients. Performs clerical and managerial duties in support of multiple departments and leaders.

Requirements

LPN required.
Must have at least three years of applicable experience, with previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Establishes and maintains good interpersonal relationships.
Respects and maintains confidentiality of all verbal and written communications.
Considerable initiative and judgment is involved in assuming responsibility for routine matters, answering inquiries.
Responsible for specific tasks requiring data entry, department ordering, time and attendance, production improvement and phone services.
Provides project support as needed.
Provides training and orientation to new staff.
Knowledge of the principles and skills needed for nursing to provide patient/resident care and treatment.
Knowledge of medications and their effects on patients/residents.
Knowledge of patient/resident education principles to develop a self-care program.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe environment, specific to the home setting.