PRN LPN - Inpatient

JOB TITLE:

LPN

PRN LPN for the Inpatient Unit at North Carolina Specialty Hospital.

• Award Winning Hospital for Special Surgery
• 5 Star CMS rated facility for patient experience
• Positive Work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life and Disability Insurance
• Telemedicine/You have access to Physicians 24/7/365 through MDLIVE
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance

• Implements, evaluates and adjusts plan of care based on the expected patient outcome in concurrence of Registered Nurse or Nurse in Charge.
• Continues on-going reassessment of patient and documents according to established guidelines; demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines.
• Performs patient care duties as needed for proper care including patients' vital signs and dressing or wounds.
• Observes patients and reports adverse reactions to medication or treatment to medical personnel in charge.
• Contributes to the on-going assessment and plan of care for patients and charts objectively.
• Administers specified medication according to established procedures and notes time and amount on patients' charts.
• Collects specimens, such as urine, blood, and sputum, from patients for testing and may perform routing laboratory tests on samples.
• Utilize concepts of age/developmental stages in interactions with patients and families.
• Predictable and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Adheres to all Hospital Policies and Procedures, specifically Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct, Corporate Compliance, Diversity, and Confidentiality.
• Complies with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Universal precautions and infection control guidelines, including hand washing guidelines followed at all times.
• Demonstrates respect for diverse backgrounds of all patients, families and co-workers.
• Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.
• Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.
• Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues.
• Adheres to Confidentiality Policy.
• Maintains positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment.
• Adheres to the hospital's "Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct" in the HR Manual.
• Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.
• Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties in this job classification.
• Identifies potential risks to patients: identifies risks to patients in order to reduce incidence of injury; identifies actions to eliminate, minimize or report risks; identifies procedures to follow in the event of an incident; reports processes for common problems, failures and user errors.

• Graduate of an accredited vocational school of practical nursing.
• One (1) year recent experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• Current North Carolina license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Current and active BLS certification. ACLS & PALS certifications required within 6 months of hire date.
• Effective communication skills; both orally and written.
• Computer skills needed.
• Ability to manage a team and work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Our employees are critical to our success and we value their contributions. North Carolina Specialty Hospital offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that values employee ideas and diversity.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and require pre‑employment drug screening and background check.