LPN, OP Oncology

Northside-Hospital-Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is seeking an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area. Responsibilities include participating in planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care, and adhering to hospital policies in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements: graduate of an accredited practical nursing program, current Georgia LPN license, American Heart Association BLS.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.
• Work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area.

Skills

Direct patient care

BLS certification

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license (GA)

Tools

ACLS/PALS (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, in accordance with the philosophy, policies and procedures of Northside Hospital. LPNs participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

• One (1) year of experience as an LPN.
• Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications may be preferred in specific units.
• Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.

Work Hours:

8:30-5:00

Weekend Requirements:

No

On-Call Requirements:

No