Licensed Practical Nurse

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Whiteville (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support nursing services under RN supervision in a care facility. Responsibilities include delegating tasks, monitoring staff, observing patients, notifying physicians in emergencies, and following medical orders.

Qualifications include a Nursing diploma, NC Board of Nursing license with biennial renewal, CPR certification, and willingness to serve as charge nurse during emergencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing, with renewal proof every other year.
• Willingness to serve as charge nurse and work during emergencies for coverage.
• Ability to deliver quality nursing care, follow doctors’ orders, and demonstrate a genuine interest in geriatric nursing.
• Annual CPR certification and participation in in-service training and staff meetings.

Responsibilities

• Delegate tasks to nursing staff and monitor their performance.
• Observe patients for physical and mental symptoms, noting any adverse changes.
• Notify physicians of emergencies or patient deaths and implement medical orders as directed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Charge nurse readiness

Geriatric nursing

Clinical care

CPR certification

In-service training

Education

North Carolina Board of Nursing license

Job description

Role: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for assisting in the direction of nursing services within a care facility, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Key Duties

• Delegate tasks to nursing staff and monitor their performance.
• Observe patients for physical and mental symptoms, noting any adverse changes.
• Notify physicians of emergencies or patient deaths and implement medical orders as directed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing, with renewal proof every other year.
• Willingness to serve as charge nurse and work during emergencies for coverage.
• Ability to deliver quality nursing care, follow doctors’ orders, and demonstrate a genuine interest in geriatric nursing.
• Annual CPR certification and participation in in-service training and staff meetings.

This role offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus and promotes a compassionate, rewarding environment dedicated to patient care.