Licensed Practical Nurse

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$24.04/hr - $28.27/hr

You’re not just applying for a job - you’re stepping into a role that matters and where YOU matter.

Ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact? Eastern Nephrology Associates is looking for a dedicated professional to join our team and help drive excellence across our organization. In this role, you'll play a key part in supporting operations, collaborating with teams, and ensuring the highest standards of service and care. If you're a motivated, organized individual with strong leadership skills and a passion for making a difference—this could be your next big move!

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Summary

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and clinical team members in delivering safe, timely, and patient-centered nephrology care.

This position is designated as an on-site, patient-facing role. In-office presence is an essential function due to the need for real-time collaboration with providers, direct interaction with patients and caregivers, and secure handling of health data in compliance with HIPAA.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to participate in the assessment of patients; use critical thinking skills in response to events, observations, experiences, verbal and written communication, problem solving and decision making.

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree or Certification for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and 2 years clinical experience, or a combination of education and experience.
• Active LPN license in the state of North Carolina/South Carolina
• Nephrology experience preferred
• Current BLS or ACLS certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR platforms
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional ethics
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate with care teams and provide compassionate service
• Ability to demonstrate and uphold ENA’s core values:
  Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Innovation

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Essential Functions

• Prepare patients for clinical evaluation, including chart review and initial assessment. 25%
• Obtain and document vital signs, weight, allergies, and current medications in the EMR. 25%
• Perform lab procedures within scope, including fingerstick HGB and stool card interpretation after certification. 25%
• Educate patients and complete referrals as directed by the provider. 15%
• Maintain accurate documentation of communication, interventions, and follow-up care in the EMR.
  10%

Physical Demands

• Hearing, visual acuity, depth perception, balancing, handling, and talking.
• Reaching, grabbing, holding - fine motor skills.
• Extended periods in a stationary or standing position
• Repetitive motion such as entering data into computer-based programs.
• Lift or move up to twenty-five pounds. Employees are expected to use appropriate ergonomics and tools such as hand carts for heavier loads.

Work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment. The noise level is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, or hear.

Work Schedule is Monday
- Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with a one-hour lunch. Slight modifications may be made to this schedule with approval from manager.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Industries

Medical Practices