LPN - Medsurg, General, Nights

Piedmont; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Newton Hospital is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider, across birth through the lifecycle. You will follow the nursing process, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and ensure holistic patient care with compassionate, technologically appropriate practice.

Graduate of an LPN program with state licensure is required, along with BCLS certification; ACLS and PALS may be required depending on the ED

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program is required.
• State licensure as an LPN is required.
• BCLS certification is required.
• ACLS is required if working in the Emergency Department.
• PALS certification is required if working in the Emergency Department within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Guide ancillary staff and ensure professional growth and accountability.
• Follow Piedmont Healthcare policies and procedures in care delivery.

Education

Graduate of an LPN program

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Required

BCLS - Basic Life Support Required

ACLS if working in Emergency Department Required

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support if working in Emergency Department within 180 Days Required

Job description

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider to patients form birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont Healthcare's Mission and Vision Statements; functions within the framework of their license and the policy and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The Licensed Practical Nurse guides ancillary staff, collaborates with other health care professionals in the provision of quality nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse blends compassion, caring and technologically appropriate competency resulting in holistic care to the patient.

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider to patients form birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont Healthcare's Mission and Vision Statements; functions within the framework of their license and the policy and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The Licensed Practical Nurse guides ancillary staff, collaborates with other health care professionals in the provision of quality nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse blends compassion, caring and technologically appropriate competency resulting in holistic care to the patient.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider to patients form birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont Healthcare's Mission and Vision Statements; functions within the framework of their license and the policy and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The Licensed Practical Nurse guides ancillary staff, collaborates with other health care professionals in the provision of quality nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse blends compassion, caring and technologically appropriate competency resulting in holistic care to the patient.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an LPN program Required

Work Experience

• New graduates of an accredited nursing school are eligible
• Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support Required
• Demonstrated clinical competency in the specialty area applying for Preferred
• ACLS if working in Emergency Department Required and
• PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support if working in Emergency Department within 180 Days Required
• LPNs new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 180 Days

Business Unit : Company Name:
Piedmont Newton Hospital