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Job Details Job Location Main Campus - Staples, MN Position Type Full Time Job Category Nurse Description About Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the fifth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services, all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond. About the Unit/Department/Team This Hospital Nursing Department supports the mission, vision and values of Lakewood Health System. We are a 25 bed Critical Access hospital serving Medical, Surgical, and Swing Bed Patients and Families. Our team consists of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Health Unit Coordinators and Nursing Assistants. The Hospital team provides a plan of care based on Provider instruction and Nursing Care Planning to meet patient goals providing optimal care for their health and safety to promote quality of life. Mission for Position To provide individualized personal and nursing care to patients while preserving the patient's rights and human dignity in a confidential manner, encouraging the patient to function at their highest level of ability. Duties & Responsibilities Provide personal and nursing care for the patient in accordance with the patient's plan of care Provide care that will help patients function at their highest level of ability Ensure patients are in a safe environment Carry out daily assignments as assigned Stay informed of and provide care in accordance with Lakewood's policies and procedures Collaborates with team to ensure all patient needs are met and daily tasks are completed Provide a caring environment to patients and families by listening to their needs to meet their physical, spiritual, and emotional needs Position Type This position is a full-time, .9FTE/72 hours per pay period position. Shifts include rotating between 3:00pm-11:00pm evenings and 11:00pm-7:00am nights, along with rotating holidays and every other weekend. Qualifications Qualifications At least grade school education, prefer high school diploma or GED MN Nursing Assistant Certification is preferred, or willing to assist with obtaining CNA CPR/BLS preferred Ideal Candidate Approaches problems with a solutions-focused mindset Can juggle multiple tasks and prioritize them Communicates effectively with customers and co-workers Is a team player Navigates basic computer tasks with ease Maintains professional and therapeutic boundaries with patients and families Benefits Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset! Generous Flex Time Off & Wellness Time Off 401K Match Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year Best-in-region employer HSA contributions New in 2024 - employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage! With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare! Next Steps Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day-to-day experience? >>>Contact Traci Formanek to discuss the possibilities further: Traci Formanek, RN, Medical/Surgical/Respiratory/Wound Care Manager P: 218-894-8429 E: traciformanek@lakewoodhealthsystem.com Apply Online |Careers - Lakewood Health System Lakewood Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all empl yees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability and protected veteran status. Lakewood Health System is deeply dedicated to diversity in the workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer (Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans)