Licensed Practical Nurse- Acute

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits starting day 1

DSC Certified unit

Newly renovated unit with advanced e

Job summary

Novant Health in Winston-Salem, NC, is seeking an Orthopedic Specialty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time day shift on the Ortho & Spine Specialty Care Unit. You will provide post-surgical care, pain management, patient education, and support patients on their recovery journey.

The role requires NC LPN licensure, nursing experience, CPI certification within 3 months for behavioral health units, and strong teamwork. Competitive benefits start on day one.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; must graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• One year of relevant nursing experience preferred.
• Current LPN license in North Carolina required.
• NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions within 3 months for certain units, required.
• CPI certification within 3 months of hire for Behavioral Health departments, required.
• Proficient computer skills and strong communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for orthopedic, spine, and joint replacement patients; monitor status and recovery.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and pain management treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on recovery, mobility, medications, and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patient safety while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

Skills

Computer skills

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program

Job description

What We Offer

Orthopedic Specialty Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Join our newly renovated 39-bed Ortho & Spine Specialty Care Unit, caring for patients recovering from total joint replacements, orthopedic and spine surgeries, as well as complex headaches and intractable migraines. As an Orthopedic Specialty RN, you’ll provide expert post-surgical care, pain management, patient education, and support patients on their journey to recovery.

Forsyth Medical Center | Full-Time Days|36 hours a week| (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) | Winston-Salem, NC

What's in It for You?

• Grow your career through orthopedic-focused education, certifications, and clinical ladder opportunities.
• Practice in a newly renovated unit with advanced technology and updated equipment.
• Utilize tools and resources that support safe, efficient orthopedic and spine care.
• Prioritize your well-being with resources focused on resilience and work-life balance.
• Receive competitive pay and comprehensive benefits starting on your first day of employment.
• Join a Disease-Specific Care (DSC) Certified unit recognized for excellence in orthopedic care.

Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.

What You'll Do

• Provide nursing care for patients recovering from orthopedic, spine, and joint replacement procedures. Monitor patient conditions and respond to changes in recovery status.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and pain management treatments.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Educate patients and families on recovery, mobility, medications, and discharge planning.
• Advocate for patient safety while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Experience: One year of relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Appropriate state LPN license, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. CPI certification within 3 months of hire for Behavioral Health departments, required.
• Additional Skills (required):
• Computer skills, Phone call etiquette and Organizational Skills.
• Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Behavioral Health units' requirements only
  • Ability to intervene in a therapeutic manner for behavior patterns demonstrated by patients with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse or developmental disabilities.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and treatment interventions, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, mental health concepts, and evidence based therapeutic interventions and treatments. CPI certification within three months.
  • Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend self and others against violent assaults, ability to react appropriately in psychiatric crises, ability use violent and non-violent restraints per policy and procedure.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.