LPN IV Team

Cone Health Medical Group; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the care team in a hospital setting. The LPN will assist in developing and implementing care plans under supervision and ensure sterile techniques are followed to uphold safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes effective communication with patients and families about the care plan, readiness for emergencies, and adherence to Cone Health policies across hospital systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and Diploma in Practical Nursing are required.
• ADN must be completed within 4 years of hire.
• New LPN graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Responsibilities

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information for documentation.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the RN or provider.
• Maintains sterile environment per Cone Health policies.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families.
• Responds to emergencies and safety hazards using PPE and hospital precautions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient history collection

Care plan implementation

Sterile technique adherence

Patient and family instruction

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) within 4 years

LPN Academy acceptance for new graduates

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems.

Essential Job Function:

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
• Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
• Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.
• Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.