LPN-OB/GYN Elizabeth City

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Elizabeth City, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The LPN will provide basic nursing care under supervision and support a multi-disciplinary team in patient care. Required qualifications include a high school diploma and a valid LPN license. This position requires detail-oriented individuals who can handle physically demanding tasks and serve as patient advocates. Join the team to deliver excellent medical services in various settings.

Qualifications

• A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision.
• Support and communicate effectively with other healthcare professionals.
• Manage responsibilities of workload accurately.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Compassionate

Ability to handle physically demanding tasks

Education

HS Diploma

Job description

Overview

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN must be detail‑oriented, compassionate, and able to handle physically demanding tasks. The LPN is an essential member of the healthcare team offering patient care and supporting higher level nurse and physicians in delivering comprehensive medical services.
• Job Description

  The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site specific program. The LPN works as part of a multi‑disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice. LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease. The work of the LPN may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire. A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.

Education

• HS Diploma Required

Certification/Licensure

• LPN license required

Experience

• None Required

Keywords: Talroo-Nursing, LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse