Licensed Practical Nurse(LPN)- Acute Care- Pulmonary

Overview

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Responsibilities

Significant Sign-On Bonus and Relocation assistance offered for qualified experienced LPN's.

Calling all LPN's seeking a great bedside opportunity with a nationally recognized hospital system! Thanks so much for all you are doing for our community. We invite you to join our team with a commitment to a culture of care and compassion. We are Wellstar! We are PeopleCare! Ask about our enhanced benefits and highly competitive salary packages!

Fulltime Night Shift 7p-7a

The LPN for our progressive Pulmonary Med Surg unit at Wellstar Kennestone works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice.

The LPN is responsible for providing direct patient care to patients with medical/surgical needs. This includes age appropriate interventions that meet physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs. The LPN is responsible for coordination and delivery of high quality care. LPN participates in call rotation and weekend visits as needed. The LPN can serve as a preceptor for new LPN employees. They are responsible for attending and participating in staff meetings, in-services, special projects and continued education.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing Current State of Georgia professional licensure.

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum of one year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment preferred.

Required Minimum Skills

Positive leadership, problem solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills. Strong assessment and clinical skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write and follow directions to patient's homes. Use of Windows based computer, utilizing home health patient software, email, internet, computer based learning modules, etc.

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.