Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Augusta Behavioral Health Clinics

Wellstar Health System; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Georgia is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in medical/surgical units under the supervision of an RN or manager. You will coordinate care, participate in call rotations and weekend visits, and serve as a preceptor for new LPN staff while pursuing ongoing education and staff development.

High school diploma and nursing diploma/certificate are required, along with an active LPN license and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Direct patient care in medical/surgical units.
• LPN licensed with current credentials and BLS.
• Under RN/manager supervision, deliver quality care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to medical/surgical patients.
• Coordinate and deliver high-quality patient care.
• Participate in call rotation and weekend visits.
• Serve as a preceptor for new LPN staff.
• Attend staff meetings, in-services and continued education.

Skills

Direct patient care

LPN Scope of Practice

Coordination of care

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma or Certificate Nursing

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary:
The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice. The LPN is responsible for providing direct patient care to patients with medical/surgical needs. This includes age appropriate interventions that meet physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs. The LPN is responsible for coordination and delivery of high quality care. LPN participates in call rotation and weekend visits as needed. The LPN can serve as a preceptor for new LPN employees. They are responsible for attending and participating in staff meetings, in-services, special projects and continued education.
Required Minimum Education:

High School Diploma

Diploma or Certificate Nursing

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):

Licensed Practical Nurse

Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 1 year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment Preferred

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