Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Augusta Neuro Clinic - Augusta, GA

Wellstar Health System; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in the United States is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our patient‑care team. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and provides direct care for medical/surgical patients in a fast‑paced acute care setting.

Responsibilities include coordinating and delivering high‑quality care, participating in call rotations and weekend visits, serving as a preceptor for new hires, and attending staff meetings and in‑services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Education required.
• Diploma or Nursing certificate or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

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

Education

High School Diploma General

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 General

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 is Preferred