LPN: Geriatric Care, Team Leadership & Care Support

Liberty Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support unit nursing under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient care, monitoring for changes, and following physicians' orders.

Applicants must hold an NC LPN license, be CPR certified, and be willing to serve as charge nurse and provide coverage during emergencies to ensure adequate staffing. Background checks/drug-free workplace.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• Licensed Practical Nurse, graduated from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing.
• Willing to work as charge nurses, and work as needed during emergencies to assure adequate coverage.
• CPR certified yearly.
• Attend in-service training and other staff meetings as required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in direction of nursing services for unit/hall, in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act, and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Delegates duties to professional nurses and non-professional nursing personnel and monitoring work performance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Observes patients for symptoms and/or reactions, including general physical and/or mental condition for signs, which may be indicative of adverse change.
• Assists with notifying attending physician of emergencies and death of patients in the unit. Implement changes in orders as instructed or ordered by physicians.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing supervision

Emergency response

Communication

Education

LPN certification

NC LPN license

Job description

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support unit nursing under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role emphasizes patient care, monitoring for changes, and following physicians' orders.

Applicants must hold an NC LPN license, be CPR certified, and be willing to serve as charge nurse and provide coverage during emergencies to ensure adequate staffing. Background checks/drug-free workplace.