LPN - MedSurg, Nights

Piedmont-Healthcare; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Henry Hospital in Stockbridge, GA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider. You will apply the nursing process to patients across the lifecycle within organizational policies.

The role requires an LPN program graduate with active Georgia licensure, BCLS, and additional certifications such as ACLS/PALS as applicable. Collaboration with care teams and ongoing professional development are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program is required.
• LPN state licensure required (Georgia).
• BCLS certification required; ACLS if in Emergency Department; PALS within 180 days if in ED.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider following the nursing process.
• Collaborate with ancillary staff and other health care professionals to deliver quality care.
• Demonstrate professional growth and accountability within Piedmont Healthcare's policies and mission.

Skills

Nursing care

Team collaboration

Patient communication

Education

LPN program

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.

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 Henry Hospital