LPN – Hands-on Patient Care & Clinic Support

Advocate Health; Forest City (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Forest City, NC seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support patient care across exam rooms, labs, and procedures. The role involves preparing patients, performing routine and some advanced clinical tasks under supervision, and documenting patient information accurately.

Responsibilities include administering medications per orders, assisting physicians during procedures, educating patients, and coordinating referrals.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, Windows navigation and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting health information.
• Performs lab procedures using aseptic technique and standard precautions.
• Assists physicians with procedures and surgeries as needed.
• Administers medications under orders, including injections and IV therapy when appropriate.
• Provides patient education and coordinates follow-up appointments and referrals.
• Communicates with the health care team and documents patient status accurately.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organization

Problem solving

EMR proficiency

Education

Practical Nursing program

Job description

Advocate Health in Forest City, NC seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support patient care across exam rooms, labs, and procedures. The role involves preparing patients, performing routine and some advanced clinical tasks under supervision, and documenting patient information accurately.

Responsibilities include administering medications per orders, assisting physicians during procedures, educating patients, and coordinating referrals.