Medical-Surgical Licensed Practical Nurse

MEP Health; Bryson City (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health in North Carolina seeks a dedicated nurse to provide bedside care in a 14-bed medical-surgical unit. You will gather patient information, monitor vitals, and prepare exam rooms to support the care team.

You will administer medications, assist with procedures, collect lab samples, and deliver wound care while documenting care and educating patients to promote safety and recovery.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical nursing skills in a medical-surgical setting.
• Proficiency in vital sign collection, medication administration, and wound care.
• Accurate documentation and clear patient education communication.

Responsibilities

• Gather patient information and obtain vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist with patient care activities.
• Assist with procedures as directed by the care team.
• Collect lab samples and support diagnostic testing.
• Administer medications and injections safely and accurately.
• Provide wound care and monitor patient status.
• Document nursing care and provide patient education.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Vital signs

Medication administration

Wound care

Patient education

Job description

Role: Provide nursing care to patients in a 14-bed medical-surgical unit.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather patient information and obtain vital signs.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist with patient care activities.
• Assist with procedures as directed by the care team.
• Collect lab samples and support diagnostic testing.
• Administer medications and injections safely and accurately.
• Provide wound care and monitor patient status.
• Document nursing care and provide patient education.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong clinical nursing skills in a medical-surgical setting.
• Proficiency in vital sign collection, medication administration, and wound care.
• Accurate documentation and clear patient education communication.
• Ability to assist with procedures and collect lab specimens.
• Patient-focused care with attention to safety and detail.