Licensed Practical Nurse II

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Northside Hospital Gwinnett (Lawrenceville) is looking for several great employees to fill Licensed Practical Nurse jobs.Please join us for our in-person event onTuesday July 28th from 10am 1pm.

Shifts Available

GWINNETT:

• Night (7:00pm - 3:30am)

The Event will be held at:

Location will be provided once RSVPs are confirmed.

To RSVP please apply to this position so that we know to expect you! Please also bring a copy of your updated resume to the event

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in accordance with the philosophy policies and procedures of Northside Hospital. LPNs participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area.

According to the National Association of Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses (NALPN) Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses are a specialized field who represent the entry into the nursing practice profession. LPNs practice in diverse clinical settings that include different healthcare professionals who work collaboratively as a team. This collaborative team works to improve a patients function and to protect the health and safety of the patients. LPNs are part of the Licensed Practical Nurse Nursing Excellence Track Program (L-NEXT) at Northside Hospital and have the opportunity for career advancement opportunities through expansion of knowledge expertise through both academic/continuing education and specialty certification.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

1. Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
2. Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
3. Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

1. One (1) year of experience as an LPN.
2. Additional Life Support credential (ACLS PALS NRP etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications may be preferred in specific units.
3. Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.