LPN - MedSurg Ortho

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

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse under supervision provides nursing care across the lifecycle in the MedSurg Orthopedics unit at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital. You will collaborate with RNs and providers to deliver holistic patient care and support the care team with evidence-based nursing practices.

Qualifications include graduation from an LPN program; current state licensure; BCLS; ACLS and PALS if ED rotation; new graduates eligible and hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program required.
• New graduates of an accredited nursing school are eligible.
• Nursing experience in hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under supervision to patients from birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont Healthcare policy and procedures.
• Guides ancillary staff and collaborates with other health care professionals to deliver quality nursing care.
• Delivers holistic care blending compassion with clinically competent nursing practice.

Skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Adaptability

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

LPN - MedSurg Ortho

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 Atlanta Hospital