LPN Med Surg Nights Annie Penn Hospital

Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems. Talent Pool:
Nursing.

• Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
• Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
• Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
• Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
• Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or equivalent;
  Diploma in Practical Nursing;
  Completion of Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.

• Required:
  
  None;
  New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy

• Required:
  
  Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider

Equal Opportunity Employer At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran s status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual s qualifications, skills and performance.

We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.