Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Douglas Internal Medicine

Wellstar Health System, Inc.; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health System, Inc. seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the direction of physicians and practice leadership. The LPN identifies patient needs, provides care, and helps prepare for exams, assists during procedures, coordinates tests, and records treatments in medical records.

Education and family instruction are included in the role. The ideal candidate has graduated from a practical or vocational nursing program, holds a Georgia LPN license, and maintains a current BLS

Qualifications

• Graduate from a practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current/active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• Current BLS card from the American Heart Association prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients under the physician's direction and the Nurse Supervisor.
• Prepare patients for exams and assist during treatments.
• Coordinate tests and follow-up care and document treatments in the medical record.
• Educate patients and families as needed and demonstrate competency in caring for patients of all ages.

Education

Graduate from a practical or vocational nursing program

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 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the direction of the Physician, Nurse Supervisor and Practice Manager. The LPN recognizes patient's needs and symptoms in advance and provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. This includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, and recording treatment in medical record. The LPN assists with patient and family education and demonstrates competency and skills to serve patients of all ages.

Required Minimum Education

Graduate from a practical or vocational nursing program.

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

Current/active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia. Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association 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. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION

To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION

Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES

We serve with compassion

We pursue excellence

We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence

Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.