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As an LPN at CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake, your primary responsibilities would include performing nursing data collection, implementing individualized care plans, administering medications using the five rights, and participating in interdisciplinary care. You’ll also play a role in patient education and discharge planning.

To qualify for the LPN position at CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake, candidates must have graduated from an approved nursing program, possess a current LPN license in North Dakota, and have a Basic Life Support certification issued by the American Heart Association. Preferred certifications include PALS, NRP, and ACLS.

The work environment for LPNs at CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake is collaborative and supportive. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to patient care across a range of services in a friendly, community-focused hospital that has been serving the region for over a century.

At CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake, LPNs will encounter a diverse patient demographic. You’ll care for patients of all ages, from neonates and children in pediatrics to adults and the elderly, allowing for a rich variety of cases and experiences.

At CHI St. Alexius Health Devils Lake, LPNs have opportunities for career advancement through professional development programs, further training, and potential paths toward becoming RNs. The hospital encourages ongoing learning to enhance skills and career progression.

In preparation for this question, think about each step of the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Be ready to explain how you apply these steps in your daily work, providing specific examples.

Discuss strategies you use to prioritize care, such as assessing the urgency of each patient's needs, familiarity with their conditions, and collaboration with the healthcare team to address critical concerns first.

Provide details about the medication administration process you've followed previously, including how you ensure accuracy and safety with the five rights. Sharing examples or experiences where you caught potential errors would be beneficial.

Explain your approach to communication and empathy. Share an example of a past experience, demonstrating how you managed a difficult situation and the outcome.

Discuss your beliefs about teamwork, including communication, mutual respect, and collaboration. Provide examples of successful collaborations in past roles and what you learned from them.

Explain your knowledge of health and safety regulations, and how you keep abreast of updates. Share an example of how you implemented regulatory guidelines in your previous nursing roles.

Reflect on the various developmental needs from neonates to geriatrics. Discuss how you adapt your approach based on age-specific needs and deliver appropriate care.

Be honest and share a specific situation where you made an error, emphasizing what you learned and how you took corrective measures. Highlight your dedication to patient safety and professionalism.

Articulate your passion for nursing, sharing why you chose this career path and the aspects of being an LPN that you find rewarding—be it patient interactions, making a difference, or continuous learning.

Discuss any electronic health record systems you've used. Explain your comfort level and how you utilize EHR for patient management, documentation, and communication with the healthcare team.