Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital

Cone Health Medical Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the hospital care team under supervision. The role focuses on documentation, care plan implementation, sterile technique, patient communication, and safety. Eligible new graduates can join the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Required: NC LPN license, BLS; Education includes a PN diploma and ADN within four years. Position is hospital-based and on-site.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Diploma in Practical Nursing required.
• ADN required within 4 years of hire.
• Current NC LPN license required + BLS CPR.
• New LPN graduates may enter Cone Health LPN Academy.

Responsibilities

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information for documentation.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans under supervision.
• Ensures sterile technique and safety per Cone Health policies.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families.
• Aids in responding to emergencies and safety hazards with PPE and hospital precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical documentation

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems.

Essential Job Function

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
• Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
• Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.

Experience

• Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider