Support Nurse LPN – Geriatric Care & Team Support

Liberty Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services in Wilmington, NC seeks a Support Nurse - LPN to assist nursing staff on a unit, participate in care, and support the Director of Nursing. You will ensure patient care per Nursing Practice Act and assist in documentation and coordination with the health care team.

Requirements include NC LPN license, CPR certification, and ability to work under pressure. This role focuses on geriatric nursing with on-site shifts and potential call coverage.

Qualifications

• CPR certification is required
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strong decision-making and team coordination
• Geriatric patient-care knowledge

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff on a specified unit during their shift.
• May take call for staffing coverage as needed.
• Provide resident care under RN supervision per Nursing Practice Act.
• Delegate duties to non-licensed staff and monitor performance with RN oversight.
• Assist with Quality Assurance data collection and corrective actions.
• Assist with infection control and unit cleanliness.
• Support with admissions assessments and initial nursing evaluations.
• Attend Nurse Department meetings and participate in rounds with physicians.

Job description

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services in Wilmington, NC seeks a Support Nurse - LPN to assist nursing staff on a unit, participate in care, and support the Director of Nursing. You will ensure patient care per Nursing Practice Act and assist in documentation and coordination with the health care team.

Requirements include NC LPN license, CPR certification, and ability to work under pressure. This role focuses on geriatric nursing with on-site shifts and potential call coverage.