Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute- Med/Surg

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Flexible scheduling

Tuition support and career advancement

6% retirement match

Mental Health resources

Job summary

Novant Health in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Med/Surg to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care to adults with medical and surgical needs. You will work with an interdisciplinary team on night shifts to support positive patient outcomes.

The role requires a Practical Nursing program graduate and an active NC LPN license. CPI certification within 3 months for Behavioral Health, and 3-month training for facility-specific interventions are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• NC LPN license required.
• CPI certification within 3 months for Behavioral Health and facility-specific requirements within 3 months.
• One year of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to adults with medical/surgical conditions.
• Perform nursing assessments, develop care plans, and monitor progress.
• Administer meds and treatments, monitor changes in condition.
• Prioritize care and manage multiple patients in a fast-paced setting.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, meds, and discharge plans.
• Promote safety by following policies and evidence-based practices.

Skills

Computer skills

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Psychiatric meds knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Practical Nursing Program

Job description

What We Offer

License Practical Nurse - Med/Surg

Join a supportive Medical/Surgical team where every shift offers new learning opportunities and meaningful patient interactions. You'll provide comprehensive care to patients with a wide range of medical and surgical needs while partnering with an interdisciplinary team committed to exceptional outcomes, compassionate service, and continuous professional growth.

Why Nurses Choose This Role

• Day-one medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Flexible scheduling and generous paid time off to support work-life balance
• Tuition support programs and career advancement opportunities, including specialty certifications
• 6% retirement match and competitive total rewards package
• Mental Health, well-being, telehealth, and therapy resources for you and your family

Facility: Med/Surg | Location: Wilmington, NC, Full-Time | Work Schedule: 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.

What You'll Do

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care to adult patients with a variety of medical and surgical conditions.
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments, develop individualized plans of care, and monitor patient progress.
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions while assessing and responding to changes in patient condition.
• Prioritize care and manage multiple patient needs in a fast-paced acute care environment.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatments, and discharge plans.
• Promote a safe environment while following evidence-based practices, hospital policies, and patient safety standards.

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.

Job Opening ID

193214