LPN

Atrium Health; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Georgia is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to perform patient assessments and assist in planning care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Ideal candidates must have graduated from an accredited practical nursing school and hold current LPN licensure. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered, including paid time off, health care benefits, and educational assistance programs.

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs

Health and welfare benefits

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and support up to 35 pounds.
• Fluent in English.
• Must have BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in patient assessments.
• Document patient observations and treatments.
• Communicate changes in patient status.
• Assist with treatment plans.

Skills

Patient care

Critical thinking

Documentation

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Current LPN licensure

Job description

Position Details

Department: AHNMG Pediatric Endocrinology Ctr: 1062 Forsyth St - Pediatrics: Endocrinology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule is Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Pay Range: $24.85 - $37.30

essential functions

• Participates in patient assessments by determining nursing care needs based upon collection and interpretation of relevant data.
• Recognizes and determines need for immediate intervention.
• Demonstrates knowledge which enables the following: documentation of patient observations, treatments, patient response to treatment and nursing care utilizing the nursing process, participates actively in treatment and assisting with procedures.
• Assists with development/revision of the plan of care by providing data and identifying potential goals and intervention for review by the RN.
• Communicates with the appropriate clinical staff on the status of a patient if a significant change has occurred.
• Implements the identified plan under the supervision of the RN, ensuring tasks have been completed.
• Aware of patient\'s progress and goals as demonstrated by documentation in the medical records.
• Organizes workload and prioritizes responsibilities to ensure quality patient care is delivered in a time efficient manner.
• Attains knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and performs only those nursing skills which they are competent to perform in accordance with legal boundaries and facility policies and procedures.
• Documents assessments, procedures, patient/family education, and the communication of information to appropriate members of the healthcare team in a timely manner.
• Provides and assesses effectiveness of patient and family education under the direction of the registered nurse within the scope of practice as defined by law.

Physical Requirements

Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Understands and speaks fluent English. Must have intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, and touch, finger dexterity, critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in the patient and unit conditions. Based on the physical requirements for this position all applicants for this position are required to undergo a physical ability test as a condition of employment.

Education, Experience and Certifications

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required. Current LPN licensure or temporary license as a licensed practical nurse petitioner required. BLS required per policy guidelines.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate\'s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is a nonprofit, integrated health system serving nearly 6 million patients and employing hundreds of thousands of teammates across hospitals and care locations. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in pediatrics and other specialties and commits to providing equitable care for all.

Performs nursing care and assists with planning and implementing care for the comfort and well being of the patient under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Assists in maintaining a safe working environment, performs all related job responsibilities in a safe manner and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the ages, developmental stages, and special needs of the patients served.