LPN-Med/Surg, Northside, Nights

Company: Piedmont Columbus Northside
Location: Columbus
Posted on: February 18, 2025

Job Description:

LPN-Med/Surg, Northside, Nights at Piedmont Columbus Northside summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients of all ages under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, adhering to professional standards and organizational policies. This role emphasizes holistic patient care through collaboration with healthcare professionals and guidance of ancillary staff while ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements. Candidates must possess a current LPN license, relevant certifications including BLS, and preferably have experience in a hospital setting.
Description:
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider to patients form birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont Healthcares Mission and Vision Statements; functions within the framework of their license and the policy and procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The Licensed Practical Nurse guides ancillary staff, collaborates with other health care professionals in the provision of quality nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse blends compassion, caring and technologically appropriate competency resulting in holistic care to the patient.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:
Graduate of an LPN program

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
New graduates of an accredited nursing school are eligible.

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current License in the State of Georgia as a LPN or NLC/eNLC Multistate License.
BLS certification required

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Demonstrated clinical competency in the specialty area applying for preferred
Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred
If working in the Emergency Department, ALS/ACLS and PALS required
(LPNs new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date)
Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification.

Keywords:
Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, nursing care, healthcare, patient care, licensed nurse, hospital nursing, BLS certification, nursing qualifications, clinical competency

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