LPN OrthoUrology Nights

• 7pm-7am
• 3 12 hour shifts weekly
• Weekend rotation

Pay Range

This position qualifies for a $6000 sign-on bonus provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements!

Ortho/Urology is a 36-bed medical-surgical unit. We care for adult patients from 18 to 100 years old with a variety of diagnoses. Some of the patient population includes: general surgery urology surgery GI surgery wound care and management traumatic injuries post fall or car accidents and traditional inpatient medicine patients. The team consists of RNs LPNs and NAs. This is a great unit to see a variety of diagnoses and solidify a foundation of skills that will serve you well in all aspects of your nursing career.

Under direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing services in the care and treatment of patients.

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited LPN training program
• Licensed Practical Nurse licensure from the state of NC
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Previous experience as an LPN in a clinical or other health care setting preferred
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care activities consistent with education training and licensure according to an established health care plan as delegated by the registered nurse or physician.
• Directs or escorts patients to various clinical areas prepares patients and assists with examinations and assessments makes observations collects data and reports information. Performs physical and physiologic measurements using standardized guidelines.
• Serves as liaison between patient and provider. Administers and documents medications ordered by the providers. Calls in medication orders to the patients pharmacy.
• Assists with the interpretation of patient related data. Recognizes relationships between data gathered and patients health care status and treatment regimens.
• Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities. Documents findings relevant to patients health care status or plan of care document accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures.
• Reviews and documents all procedures medications supplies or additional testing done on the patients chart.
• Triages and documents all incoming patient phone calls regarding medications medical conditions and reviews with the provider when indicated the necessary care ordered.
• Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas.
• Participates in clinical research studies by performing data collection and/or quality assurance.
• Participates in regular team meetings and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Maintains knowledge of care teams for coordination of patient care self-management population management and communication skills.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications skills relevant experience and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift on call and more based on a teammates job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical dental vision life andShort- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program