FT LPN Day Shift Med Surg

Cone Health Medical Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital at Cone Health Medical Group provides support to the care team in a hospital setting, developing and implementing patient care under supervision and preparing equipment for procedures.

Responsibilities include collecting patient history, documenting care in medical records, maintaining sterile techniques, communicating care plans to patients and families, and responding to emergencies in accordance with Cone Health policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing.
• Completion of ADN required within 4 years of hire.
• New LPN graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Responsibilities

• Collect patient history and medical information for documentation in hospital records.
• Develop and implement care plans under supervision.
• Maintain sterile techniques and safety as per Cone Health policy.
• Communicate health care instructions to patients and families clearly.
• Assist in emergencies and respond to safety hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Care teamwork

Patient history

Sterile technique

Emergency response

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Diploma in Practical Nursing

ADN within 4 years of hire

Cone Health LPN Academy for new grads

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems.

Essential Job Function:

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
• Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
• Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.
• Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.