Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gynecologic Oncology, Vinings Health Park

Wellstar Health System • Vinings, GA

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the direction of a physician, nurse supervisor, and/or practice or office manager. The role involves anticipating patient needs and symptoms, preparing patients for examinations, assisting with treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, documenting treatment in the medical record, and assisting with patient and family education. The LPN demonstrates competency in caring for patients across all age groups, from neonates through geriatric patients.

The LPN practices within applicable nursing standards and scope of practice, contributes to evidence-based and individualized care, and collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to support safe, high-quality care. The role also includes pre-visit planning, patient advocacy, professional development, and compliance with WellStar policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or nursing certificate.
• Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Georgia.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association before the hire date.

Nice To Haves

• Previous healthcare experience.
• Experience in an ambulatory or outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as directed by the provider.
• Recognize patient needs and symptoms in advance.
• Prepare patients for examinations and assist during treatments.
• Coordinate tests and follow-up care and record treatment in the medical record.
• Assist with patient and family education.
• Demonstrate competency and skills in serving patients of all ages, from neonates to geriatric patients.
• Practice within the scope of practice and applicable nursing standards and codes.
• Use evidence-based practice, analytical and critical thinking, and individualized care planning.
• Coordinate and document safe, quality patient care through inclusive interdisciplinary communication and collaboration.
• Complete initial and ongoing professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and licensure requirements.
• Serve as a preceptor or mentor for practical nurses, unlicensed staff, or students, as appropriate.
• Delegate tasks to unlicensed staff when appropriate and within scope of practice.
• Participate in shared decision-making groups, committees, data collection, and performance improvement activities as able.
• Follow organizational policies, procedures, clinical competencies, and legal, regulatory, and accreditation requirements.
• Plan proactively for patient care across the care continuum through pre-visit planning.
• Contribute to financial viability through service quality and clinical excellence.
• Provide culturally sensitive, relationship-based, patient-centered care.
• Partner with patients, significant others, and families as appropriate to support a comfortable and safe care environment and keep patient goals central to the plan of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED