Licensed Practical Nurse, Longterm & Acute Care, Full-time days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health in Fayetteville, NC, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for long-term and acute care, full-time days. You will provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and support the care plan on a hospital unit.

Requirements include NC licensure as an LPN, high school diploma or equivalent, and strong English communication. Relocation assistance is available and opportunities to engage in patient-centered care across a multidisciplinary team are offered.

Qualifications

• Nursing licensure as LPN in NC (or compact state).
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong English communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Competence in age-specific nursing care and charting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Administers medications as ordered by physicians.
• Maintains accurate patient records and reporting.
• Assists in developing and implementing the plan of care.
• Supports patient safety, comfort, and family education.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Age-specific care

Education

High school diploma

NC LPN license

Compact state license

Job description

## Licensed Practical Nurse, Longterm & Acute Care, Full-time daysApply: HRSH: Full time: Posted Today: 40811# Relocation Assistance Available!**Facility**Highsmith Rainey Specialty Hospital**Location**Fayetteville, North Carolina**Department**Third Floor**Job Family**Nursing**Work Shift**Days (United States of America)**Summary**Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN responsible for direct nursing care of assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse# **Major Job Functions**The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:* Participates in assessment of patient* Collaborates with departmental and interdisciplinary groups in developing the patient plan of care* Follows patient’s plan of care while participating in the direct nursing care to assigned patients* Adjusts care based upon age-specific physiological needs of patients as directed by the Registered Nurse or other authorized person(s)* Maintains an accurate and relevant record of patient care* Administers medication as ordered by physician* Facilitates a safe environment* Recognizes life-threatening situations and responds appropriately* Maintains required competencies* Participates in Performance Improvement activities and monitors the quality of care* Establishes collaborative interpersonal relationships with other Health System staff* Supports patients in the practice of their cultural and spiritual beliefs within limits of the medical regimen* Actively participates in cost containment and completes accurate charging for patient services* Actively demonstrates responsibility concerning customer satisfaction, patient throughput and hospital functional capacity through compliance with the Hospital Innovation Project (HIP), if applicable* Other duties as assigned# **Minimum Qualifications**The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:## **Education and Formal Training**:* High school graduate or equivalent required* Current licensure in North Carolina as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Compact state licensure## **Work Experience**:* None## **Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required**:* Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language* Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills* Verbal and written skills required* Has knowledge of the age-specific physiological and psychosocial needs of the patients typically served## **Physical Requirements**:* Speech and auditory acuity for communication of patient needs* Visual acuity for observation of patients* Long periods of standing, walking, bending, and lifting* May involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material* Must be able to lift 35 pounds**Required Licenses and Certifications**BLS - American Heart Association, RN - Board Of Nursing