Oncology Clinic Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
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Job Location:
Atlanta, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
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Description
Licensed Practical Nurse / Medical Oncology
Shift: Full Time 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location: Winship Cancer Institute Emory Clinic Building C
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect nursing care to patients and families in routine nursing situations within the LPN scope of practice. Under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed provider the LPN assists in patient care treatment and comfort. This role is an integral part of the healthcare team ensuring quality care in alignment with Emory Healthcares patient and family-centered care standards. Key Responsibilities: Patient Care & Clinical Duties 1. Provide patient care based on an individualized plan delegated by the Registered Nurse/Physician. 2. Monitor and document patient conditions including vital signs wound care drains and lab values. 3. Assist with medical procedures treatments and medication administration as per scope of practice. 4. Collect and document patient data using specialized equipment as needed (e.g. glucometer pulse oximeter). 5. Maintain a clean safe and therapeutic environment following safety and infection control protocols. Communication & Collaboration 1. Establish and maintain communication with the healthcare team patients and families. 2. Inform the supervising Registered Nurse/Physician about patient activities observations and changes in condition. 3. Provide patient and family education related to health conditions treatment plans and home care. Documentation & Compliance 1. Ensure accurate and confidential maintenance of patient medical records. 2. Adhere to universal precautions and patient safety standards in all interactions. 3. Follow Emory Healthcares policies procedures and regulatory requirements. Quality Improvement & Professional Development 1. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to best practices in patient care. 2. Conduct or assist with in-service training and continuous learning opportunities. 3. May serve on sectional departmental or organizational committees as needed. Required
Minimum Qualifications: Education: 1. High School Diploma or GED required. 2. Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing Program. Experience: A minimum of 2 years of LPN experience within the past 5 years. Licensure: A valid unencumbered license as a Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia. Skills: Strong patient care communication and documentation skills. Certifications: 1. BLS 2. ACLS may be required for certain departments post hire Preferred Qualifications: Experience: Previous nursing experience preferred but not required. Skills: Computer Skills
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Key Skills
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Basic Life Support
- ICU Experience
- Infusion Experience
- Triage
- TFS
- Conflict Management
- Nursing
- Critical Care Experience
- Epic
- Medication Administration
About Company
"Have a Coke and a smile" means more to Emory University than it does to the rest of the world. The school, which has some 13,300 students and about 12,500 staff and faculty members, has a very low student-teacher ratio of about 7:1. It changed from Emory College to Emory University i ... View more
