LPN — Progressive Care/Stepdown in Magnet Hospital

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care on the General Medicine/PCU 8E unit. The role supports a diverse patient population including pulmonary, trauma, and oncology, under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

The LPN must graduate from an approved Practical Nurse program and hold NC licensure or NLC. This on-site position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and continuous learning within a

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved or accredited Practical Nurse program.
• Current State of North Carolina LPN licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
• No experience required.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and procedures applicable to practical nursing.
• Ability to communicate clearly with patients, families, and healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct nursing care of assigned patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
• Assist physicians and other nursing personnel in the performance of diagnostic procedures.
• Evaluate nursing care and priorities; assist in the delivery of nursing care and selection of nursing priorities.
• Assist in development and implementation of general policies to ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Participate in training of new employees and ongoing in-service education.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Skills

Direct patient care

Nursing assessment

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

BLS certification

Education

Practical Nurse program graduate

NC LPN licensure or NLC

Job description

Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care on the General Medicine/PCU 8E unit. The role supports a diverse patient population including pulmonary, trauma, and oncology, under supervision of a registered nurse or physician.

The LPN must graduate from an approved Practical Nurse program and hold NC licensure or NLC. This on-site position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and continuous learning within a