Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Surgical (PRN) (3435)
About The Position
This position is for a Licensed Practical Nurse whose responsibility is to provide direct nursing activities for patients receiving therapeutic and diagnostic services in Medical Surgical Services, in accordance with accreditation standards, federal, state, and local regulations, organizational and departmental policies and procedures and professional standards. Participates in activities that ensure the safe and efficient provision of Medical Surgical Services to neonate, infant, adolescent, and adult patient populations. Refers unusual clinical problems to the Registered Nurse. Responsible for the supervision of skilled personnel during an assigned shift. The position reports to the Director of Medical Surgical Services.
Requirements
- Education level equivalent to completion of a licensed practical/vocational nursing diploma required.
- clinical competence in nursing required.
- current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Georgia
- BLS certification required
- Basic technical nursing skills
- Basic cardiac arrhythmia identification skills
- Basic computer skills
- Completion of an acute care clinical preceptorship while a student nurse if no work experience yet attained.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification encouraged.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing activities for patients receiving therapeutic and diagnostic services
- Participate in activities that ensure the safe and efficient provision of Medical Surgical Services to neonate, infant, adolescent, and adult patient populations
- Refer unusual clinical problems to the Registered Nurse
- Responsible for the supervision of skilled personnel during an assigned shift
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
