Compassionate LPN: Clinic Care & Procedures Expert

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support exams, provide direct patient care, and collaborate with physicians.

You will perform vitals, basic procedures, administer medications, assist with labs and minor procedures, and educate patients while maintaining safety and documentation standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and using electronic medical records to track patient status.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the practicing state.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days unless required otherwise.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and room patients for exams; obtain vitals and document health information.
• Perform laboratory procedures with aseptic technique and standard precautions.
• Assist physicians with procedures and minor surgeries.
• Administer medications per orders; manage IV therapy within approved scope.
• Educate patients on tasks, treatments, and post-care; coordinate referrals as needed.
• Communicate with care team and document patient status accurately.
• Perform advanced clinical tasks under supervision (e.g., sutures, catheterization, EKG).

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Problem solving

Computer skills

EMR familiarity

Education

LPN program completion

Tools

Windows OS

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support exams, provide direct patient care, and collaborate with physicians.

You will perform vitals, basic procedures, administer medications, assist with labs and minor procedures, and educate patients while maintaining safety and documentation standards. The role emphasizes teamwork, infection control, and using electronic medical records to track patient status.