LPN - Emergency Department, Days

Piedmont Healthcare•Macon, GA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to patients from birth through the lifecycle under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider. Care is delivered using the nursing process and in accordance with Piedmont Healthcare’s Mission and Vision Statements, the nurse’s license, and organizational policies and procedures. The LPN demonstrates professional growth and accountability, guides ancillary staff, and collaborates with other healthcare professionals to provide quality nursing care. The role combines compassion and caring with technologically appropriate competency to provide holistic patient care.

Requirements

Graduate of an LPN program.
LPN state licensure required.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
For Emergency Department work, ACLS certification is required.
For Emergency Department work, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required within 180 days.
LPNs new to the specialty must complete applicable certifications within 180 days.

Nice To Haves

Nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred.
Demonstrated clinical competency in the specialty area applied for preferred.
New graduates of an accredited nursing school are eligible.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider.
Use the nursing process to care for patients from birth through the lifecycle.
Work within the scope of the LPN license and follow organizational policies and procedures.
Demonstrate professional growth and accountability.
Guide ancillary staff.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide quality nursing care.
Provide holistic care by combining compassion and caring with technologically appropriate competency.