Licensed Practical Nurse: Hands-On Patient Care Pro

Advocate Health; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care under physician guidance. You will perform exam preparation, assist procedures, and administer medications while documenting in EMR and coordinating care with physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection, wound care, and adherence to infection control guidelines. BLS certification is required; completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program is expected.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving.
• Proficient computer skills including Windows navigation, keyboarding, and use of electronic mail with exposure to EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and room the patient for exam; obtain vital signs and document health information.
• Perform laboratory procedures using aseptic technique and infection control guidelines.
• Assist physician with procedures and surgeries.
• Administer medications under orders; manage IV therapy within limits.
• Provide patient education and coordinate referrals and follow-ups.
• Document patient conditions and communicate with health care team.

Skills

Communication

Organization

EMR familiarity

Education

Practical Nursing program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Advocate Health in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient care under physician guidance. You will perform exam preparation, assist procedures, and administer medications while documenting in EMR and coordinating care with physicians and nurses.

Responsibilities include vital signs, specimen collection, wound care, and adherence to infection control guidelines. BLS certification is required; completion of an accredited Practical Nursing program is expected.