Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-Time

Plan A Health; Blowing Rock (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on providing geriatric care and ensuring patient safety.

The LPN will collaborate with the nursing team, monitor patient conditions, and implement physician orders while remaining responsive to emergencies and changes in patient status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid nursing license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Ability to work as a charge nurse and assist during emergencies.
• Commitment to providing quality geriatric nursing care, with current CPR certification and participation in ongoing training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in directing nursing care for the unit, delegate tasks to staff, and monitor performance.
• Observe patients for physical and mental changes, report symptoms, and notify physicians of emergencies or changes in patient condition.
• Implement physician orders and perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Charge nurse

CPR certified

Geriatric nursing

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma and nursing school graduation

Job description

Role Overview

Seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support nursing services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in directing nursing care for the unit, delegate tasks to staff, and monitor performance.
• Observe patients for physical and mental changes, report symptoms, and notify physicians of emergencies or changes in patient condition.
• Implement physician orders and perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Skills

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Valid nursing license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Ability to work as a charge nurse and assist during emergencies.
• Commitment to providing quality geriatric nursing care, with current CPR certification and participation in ongoing training.

Additional Requirements

Willingness to work collaboratively, adhere to licensing standards, and attend staff meetings. Background checks and a drug-free workplace policy apply.