LPN, OP Oncology

Northside Hospital Inc.; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is seeking licensed practical nurses to provide direct patient care. The role is guided by hospital philosophy and procedures and functions under the supervision of a registered nurse in a designated clinical area.

Ideal candidates hold a Georgia LPN license and American Heart Association BLS. Time is spent providing compassionate care in a fast-paced setting with regular day hours and no weekend requirements.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

LPN license (GA)

BLS certification

Patient care

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:

8:30-5:00

Weekend Requirements:

No

On-Call Requirements:

No