Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Clinic

Lifepoint Health • Roxboro, NC

118d

About The Position

As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Utilizes the nursing process by participating in the assessment of the patient and by implementing and recording the healthcare plan developed by a Registered Nurse/other members of the Healthcare Team licensed to provide direction. Reinforces patient care teaching/counseling. Provides supervision and direction for Certified Nursing Assistants. Practices within the scope of the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act and Person Memorial Hospital policies/procedures/standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduated from an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nursing is required.
• Current/valid NC LPN License or a Multistate Compact License which can be used in the state of North Carolina.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) is required through American Heart Association upon hire.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) is required within 90 days of hire.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
• May administer medication.
• Documents patient care given.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees