LPN - MedSurg, Nights

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Henry Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider. The role supports patients from birth through the lifecycle, employing the nursing process and organizational policies to deliver holistic care.

The LPN will guide ancillary staff, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and demonstrate professional growth and accountability while utilizing compassionate, technologically appropriate skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program is required.
• State licensure as LPN is required.
• ACLS and PALS may be required depending on department.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under RN supervision using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with ancillary staff and healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation and ensure safety protocols.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Nursing documentation

Clinical assessment

Education

Graduate of an LPN program

LPN license

BCLS

ACLS (ED)

PALS (ED, 180 days)

Tools

EMR systems

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