Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Providence Healthcare of Thomaston; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Healthcare of Thomaston is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support short-term rehabilitation and long-term care units, delivering compassionate, patient-centered nursing care. Under the Unit Director, you will develop and implement individualized care plans and assist in the orientation and supervision of nursing staff to ensure smooth daily operations.

Applicants must graduate from an approved Practical Nursing program and hold an active Georgia LPN license; experience in

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school for Practical or Vocational Nursing
• Currently licensed by the Georgia State Board of Nursing
• Experience preferred in geriatric or rehabilitative nursing

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans to meet resident needs
• Assist in orientation and supervision of nursing staff and participate in daily unit operations

Skills

LPN license

Geriatric care experience

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Job description

Providence Healthcare of Thomaston is hiring a LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) to work both short term rehabilitation and long-term care.

Position Summary:

In conjunction with the Unit Director, the Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes a general understanding of the principles of Nursing in the development of and implementation of individualized Nursing Care Plans to ensure that the needs of the customers are met. He/she assists in the orientation of and supervision of nursing personnel, attends to the daily operations of the unit on per shift, unit level, and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.

Requirements:

1. The Licensed Practical Nurse must be a graduate of an approved school for Practical or Vocational Nursing and must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing.
2. Experience is preferred in geriatric or rehabilitative Nursing

*Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.