LPN, OP Oncology

Northside Hospital Inc.; Austell (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital in Atlanta area is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in an assigned unit. This role requires graduation from an accredited practical nursing program, Georgia LPN licensure, and BLS certification.

The LPN will participate in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse, with typical hours from 8–5 and no weekend shifts described in this posting.

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).

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient care

Nursing knowledge

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing

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:

8-5

Weekend Requirements:

No

On-Call Requirements:

No