LPN - MedSurg Ortho

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider. The role focuses on compassionate, holistic care across the patient lifecycle, within Piedmont Healthcare's policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will have an LPN program graduate; state licensure; BCLS; and ideally ACLS/PALS if ED work is involved.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN program is required.
• New graduates are eligible; hospital experience preferred.
• State licensure as LPN is required; BCLS required; ACLS/PALS as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under supervision to patients from birth through lifecycle, following the nursing process.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

LPN program

LPN license

BCLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

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