Licensed Practical Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

UNC Health Care; Old Farm (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide safe, competent nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will use the nursing process to deliver care and collaborate with physicians and the health care team to meet the needs of patients across age groups.

The position emphasizes patient-centered care, effective communication, and adherence to professional standards in a busy clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Licensed Practical Nursing.
• No professional experience required.
• Current licensure to practice as an LPN in North Carolina.
• BCLS certification.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem‑solving skills.
• Successfully completed a hospital‑approved pharmacology examination with a score of 80 or above.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe nursing care to assigned patients using the nursing process under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to achieve high standards of care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Creative problem-solving

Education

LPN program completion

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse maintains accountability for the delivery of safe and competent nursing care to assigned patients. Provides care by using the nursing process under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Supports and assists the Registered Nurse in provision of care and collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to achieve the highest standards of care specific to the age of the patient.

Responsibilities

Patients and families receive direct patient care services. Key customers include physicians, coworkers and other health care team members. All contact with customers is friendly, helpful, courteous, and projects a positive image of the unit and hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved School of Licensed Practical Nursing.
• No professional experience required.
• Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
• BCLS certification.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills, creative problem‑solving skills, and ability to provide patient care according to the age/population of patients served.
• Successfully completed a hospital‑approved pharmacology examination with a score of 80 or above.

Work Environment

Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, airborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment; exposure to other hazards such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, etc. Possible exposure to conditions such as noxious odors, fumes, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation. Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.

Physical Requirements

Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work, including sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients; some carrying, pushing, pulling, and lifting objects involved in day‑to‑day activities. Ability to use appropriate Safe‑Patient Handling equipment. Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary. Ability to concentrate in surroundings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.