LPN/RN Position Purpose:
Provides direct patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients under the supervision of an RN. Assists in new staff orientation and training and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient care needs. This should be performed under the direction of the RN on the unit or the Nurse Manager of the unit and in accordance with the Georgia Licensed Practical Nurse Rules.
Days and hours to be determined based on needs of the facility and applicant availability.
Requirements:
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing and currently licensed as a LPN by the state.
Licenses/Certificates: LPN - Current Active Georgia License - BLS obtain within 60 days of hire - preferred ACLS & PALS
EXPERIENCE: Up to 1 year of job related experience (minimum) - 2 to 5 years of recent job-related experience (preferred)
Working Conditions - Must be proficient in verbal and written communication. Must be able to work at a personal computer. Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and to be able to lift, push, bend and carry loads of up to 50 pounds; must be able to lift and move patients. Must be able to concentrate despite frequent interruptions. Must be emotionally mature and able to function effectively under stress.
Skills Required
- Graduate of an accredited school of vocational nursing
- Currently licensed as a LPN by the state
- BLS certification within 60 days of hire
- ACLS & PALS certifications
What We Do
Our mission is to provide high quality, cost effective health care, and promote wellness throughout our community. We value our patients and believe they are our most important responsibility. We shall always seek to meet the physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs of our patients and their families. We value our medical staff and will seek ways to improve professionally and facilitate the practice of medicine. We value our employees and shall treat each other with courtesy, fairness, respect, and integrity. We shall work as a team to do our best to promote our mission and fulfill our vision. We value our community. We are committed to the treatment and care of our patients, the promotion of health and wellness in our community. We will confront all ethical and moral health-related issues necessary to enhance the quality of life in our community. We value quality care and will seek to deliver customer-focused cost efficient services with compassion and caring.
