Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Augusta Behavioral Health Clinics
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice. The LPN provides direct care to patients with medical/surgical needs, including age-appropriate interventions addressing physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial, and educational needs. The role coordinates and delivers high-quality care. The LPN participates in call rotation and weekend visits as needed and may serve as a preceptor for new LPN employees. The LPN also attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services, special projects, and continuing education.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Nursing diploma or certificate.
- Licensed Practical Nurse license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS Instructor certification.
- A minimum of one year of medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of one year of medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to patients with medical/surgical needs within the LPN Scope of Practice.
- Provide age-appropriate interventions addressing patients’ physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial, and educational needs.
- Coordinate and deliver high-quality care.
- Participate in call rotation and weekend visits as needed.
- Serve as a preceptor for new LPN employees.
- Attend and participate in staff meetings, in-services, special projects, and continuing education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
