Licensed Practical Nurse - Med/Surg 3

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Career growth

Positive unit culture

Wellness resources

6% retirement match

Explore new career paths

Structured onboarding

Job summary

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center invites an attentive LPN to join Medical Surgical III. You will provide direct patient care, support families, and help ensure a smooth care experience on the night shift.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and compassionate care within a patient-centered environment. Offering full-time night hours (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM), comprehensive benefits from day one, tuition assistance, and opportunities for career growth within Novant Health, this

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; PN program graduate.
• Must hold an active state LPN license in NC.
• CPI certification within 3 months for Behavioral Health, per policy.
• Strong computer, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice.
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the healthcare team.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately.
• Assist with patient education and discharge planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and interdisciplinary team members.
• Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Computer skills

Phone etiquette

Organizational skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program

Job description

What We Offer

Make a Difference Every Day

Join the Medical Surgical III team at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center and become part of a patient-centered environment where teamwork, compassion, and professional growth are priorities. Our team works together to provide safe, high-quality care while creating a supportive workplace where every voice matters.

As an LPN, you'll play an important role in helping patients recover, educating families, and supporting a seamless care experience.

Schedule: Full-Time, Night Shift (36 hours/week)
Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Department: Medical Surgical III
Location: Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

Why LPNs Choose This Role

• Day 1 medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Future Forward tuition assistance for continued education
• Career growth and professional development opportunities
• Positive unit culture with engaged leadership
• Wellness and mental health support resources
• 6% retirement match
• Opportunities to explore new career paths within Novant Health
• Structured onboarding and team support

What You'll Do

• Deliver direct patient care within the LPN scope of practice
• Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the healthcare team
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
• Assist with patient education and discharge planning
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and interdisciplinary team members
• Support quality, safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Experience: One year of relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Appropriate state LPN license, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. CPI certification within 3 months of hire for Behavioral Health departments, required.
• Additional Skills (required): Computer skills, Phone call etiquette and Organizational Skills. Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Behavioral Health units' requirements onlyAbility to intervene in a therapeutic manner for behavior patterns demonstrated by patients with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse or developmental disabilities.
  Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and treatment interventions, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, mental health concepts, and evidence based therapeutic interventions and treatments. CPI certification within three months.
  Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend self and others against violent assaults, ability to react appropriately in psychiatric crises, ability use violent and non-violent restraints per policy and procedure.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

193699