Licensed Practical Nurse - Atrium Health BiddlePoint FM Full-time

American Addiction Centers • Charlotte, NC

10d • $24 - $36 • Onsite

About The Position

This full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Atrium Health BiddlePoint FM involves preparing patients for examinations, performing laboratory procedures, assisting physicians with procedures, administering medications, providing basic patient education, and performing advanced clinical tasks. The role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, proficiency in computer use including electronic medical records, and the ability to perform various physical tasks and handle exposure to potential hazards. The LPN must demonstrate knowledge of age-specific care and growth and development principles.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems.
• Must sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs over the head.
• Must be able to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 30 lbs of force.
• Must be able to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present.
• Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills.
• Operates all equipment essential to perform the job.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and rooms patients for exams by obtaining vital signs and documenting health information.
• Performs laboratory procedures using aseptic technique and infection control guidelines.
• Assists physicians/providers with procedures and surgeries.
• Administers medications and initiates, maintains, and discontinues IV therapy under physician/provider orders.
• Provides basic patient education and follows through with necessary patient care tasks.
• Communicates with physicians and the healthcare team, documenting patient information accurately.
• Performs advanced clinical tasks such as suture removal, catheterization, EKGs, and complex wound care.
• Organizes and prepares exam rooms, lab, and work areas, including stocking supplies and maintaining equipment.
• Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment.
• Participates in patient-centered initiatives, care management, and quality improvement activities.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills for age-appropriate patient care.

Benefits

• Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
• Benefits and well-being programs
• Competitive compensation
• Generous retirement offerings
• Programs that invest in your career development
• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree