Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Kennestone OBGYN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a physician, nurse supervisor, and/or practice or office manager. The LPN anticipates patient needs and symptoms and provides care under the physician’s direction, including preparing patients for examinations, assisting with treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care, and documenting treatment in the medical record. The role also assists with patient and family education and requires competency in caring for patients of all ages, from neonates through geriatric patients. The LPN delivers safe, quality, patient-centered care within the scope of practice and applicable nursing standards. The role involves coordinating care and documentation, collaborating respectfully with an interdisciplinary team, maintaining professional competencies and licensure, and supporting evidence-based practice and performance improvement. The LPN may mentor or precept other practical nurses, unlicensed staff, or students and may delegate tasks to unlicensed staff within scope. The position also supports practice operations, pre-visit planning, and clinical quality initiatives, and complies with Wellstar policies and standards.
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 prior to hire.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare experience.
- Experience in an ambulatory or outpatient setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care as directed by the provider.
- Anticipate patient needs and symptoms; prepare patients for examinations and assist during treatments.
- Coordinate tests, follow-up care, and care across the continuum through pre-visit planning.
- Record treatments and complete timely documentation in the medical record.
- Assist with patient and family education.
- Provide culturally sensitive, relationship-based, patient-centered care and partner with patients and families to focus care on patient goals.
- Coordinate and document safe, quality care through inclusive interdisciplinary communication and teamwork.
- Practice within the scope of LPN practice and applicable nursing standards, clinical practice standards, and organizational policies.
- Complete professional competency assessments, mandatory education, and licensure requirements.
- Serve as a preceptor or mentor for practical nurses, unlicensed staff, or students; delegate tasks to unlicensed staff when appropriate and within scope.
- Promote evidence-based practice, nursing research, and performance improvement; participate in data collection and shared decision-making groups or committees as able.
- Support practice operations, service quality, clinical excellence, and clinical quality initiatives.
- Perform other duties as assigned and comply with Wellstar policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
