Licensed Practical Nurse

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking an experienced LPN to assist in directing nursing services under RN supervision. You will monitor staff performance, delegate duties, and ensure quality geriatric care across patient settings.

The role emphasizes observing patients, notifying physicians during emergencies, and implementing physician orders with diligence. Positive patient outcomes depend on teamwork and compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing school.
• Current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Willingness to work as a charge nurse and during emergencies to ensure coverage.
• Ability to provide quality geriatric care, follow doctor’s orders, and demonstrate genuine interest in patient well-being.
• Annual CPR certification and attendance at in-service training and staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Observing patients for symptoms and reactions, including physical and mental conditions.
• Assisting with notifying physicians of emergencies or patient deaths.
• Implementing physician orders and performing assigned duties.

Skills

Charge nurse

Geriatric care

Patient well-being

CPR certified

Education

HS diploma & nursing school

Job description

"

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

We are seeking an experienced

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

We are seeking an experienced LPN to assist in directing nursing services, delegate duties, and monitor staff performance under RN supervision.

Responsibilities Include

• Observing patients for symptoms and reactions, including physical and mental conditions.


• Assisting with notifying physicians of emergencies or patient deaths.


• Implementing physician orders and performing assigned duties.

Qualifications And Skills

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing school.


• Current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.


• Willingness to work as a charge nurse and during emergencies to ensure coverage.


• Ability to provide quality geriatric nursing care, follow doctor’s orders, and demonstrate genuine interest in patient well-being.


• Annual CPR certification and attendance at in-service training and staff meetings.

Additional requirements include background checks, a drug-free workplace, and a commitment to compassionate care.

"