Licensed Practical Nurse-Emergency Room-Night Shift

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse maintains accountability for the delivery of safe and competent nursing care to assigned patients. Provides care by using the nursing process under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Supports and assists the Registered Nurse in provision of care and collaborates with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to achieve the highest standards of care specificity to the age of the patient.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Graduation from an approved School of Nursing.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

none required for beginning nurse/new graduates. Requirements for specialty areas are defined as 1-2 years of experience in specialty area or related clinical experience.

LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION

Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina, BLS certification required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

Good interpersonal and communication skills. Creative problem-solving skills. Demonstrates skills in providing for patient care needs in accordance with age of patients served. Successfully completed hospital approved pharmacology examination with a score of 80 or above.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requires the use of protective equipment. Exposed to other hazards such as radiation, toxic waste, and chemical hazards based on the department.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work. This includes sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients and objects throughout the shift.

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: Emergency Dept

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

Work Schedule: Night Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Not Applicable