Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Wound Care
About The Position
At Raleigh General Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Department/Unit Summary The wound Care LPN is responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to include but not limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care. The LPN is responsible for following all WHC policies and procedures, care protocols and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse, or Physician. The LPN will be responsible for assisting with patient and wound care data conferences, and continuing education is required as determined by the Program Director. About our Health System Raleigh General is a 300 bed hospital located in Beckley, WV, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters. How you'll contribute You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. What we offer Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Up to $15,000 sign-on Bonus! Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching. Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness. Professional development and growth opportunities Qualifications and requirements Applicants should have a current state LPN. Additional requirements include: Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. ACLS - Required within 6 months of hire. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Minimum two years experience as LPN/LVN. Minimum one year experience in acute care setting. Wound care experience preferred.
Requirements
- current state LPN
- Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire
- ACLS - Required within 6 months of hire
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Minimum two years experience as LPN/LVN
- Minimum one year experience in acute care setting
Nice To Haves
- Wound care experience preferred
Responsibilities
- responsible for all assigned nursing care activities to include but not limited to wound care for patients of all ages and other clinical activities associated with providing safe patient care
- responsible for following all WHC policies and procedures, care protocols and Diversified Clinical Services Practice Guidelines, as directed by a Registered Nurse, or Physician
- assisting with patient and wound care data conferences
- continuing education is required as determined by the Program Director
- utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator
- shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing
Benefits
- Up to $15,000 sign-on Bonus!
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
- Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
- Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
- Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching.
- Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness.
- Professional development and growth opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
