Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Center for Cardiovascular Care LaGrange

Wellstar Health Systems; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems in Georgia is seeking aLicensed Practical Nurse to join a specialty practice. The LPN works under physician direction, assessing patient needs and delivering care across exam preparation, treatments, and follow-up coordination. The role includes documenting in medical records and educating patients and families.

The position emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork with physicians, nurses, and staff, and engagement in a patient-centered environment serving diverse ages.

Qualifications

• Current/active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Georgia.
• Current BLS card from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Diploma in Practical or Vocational Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Functions under the direction of the Physician, Nurse Supervisor and Practice Manager.
• Recognizes patient needs and symptoms in advance and provides care under physician's direction.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists during treatments, coordinates tests and follow-up care.
• Records treatment in the medical record.
• Helps with patient and family education and serves patients of all ages.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Practical or Vocational Nursing Diploma

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 ShiftDay (United States of America)

How would you like going to work each day knowing that you are a valued team member and you are appreciated for your service?

We are seeking that Licensed Practical Nurse who desires the rewards of working in a specialty practice. The Specialty Licensed Practical Nurse functions under the direction of the Physician, Nurse Supervisor and Practice Manager. The LPN recognizes the patient's needs and symptoms in advance and provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. This includes preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordination of tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in medical record. The LPN helps with patient &family education and demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages.

Required Minimum Education:

Practical or Vocational Nursing Diploma

Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:

Current/active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.

Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross prior to hire date.

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work-and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.