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Job Summary

Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 7:00am- 5:30pm, (off Thursdays)

Novant Health Lakeside Family Physicians Rosedale is seeking a LPN. The Licensed Practical Nurse serves as a member of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with other team members to provide care that promotes optimal health. The Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the care of the patient during their health journey. The Licensed Practical Nurse accepts accountability for provision of care, as part of the RN led team, in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Participates in dialogue with the patient/chosen support system to identify what is important to them and incorporate his/her preferences and norms into the individualized care plan. Participates as part of the interdisciplinary care team in planning individualized care. Identifies relevant resources based on necessity and availability. Identifies nursing interventions and goals for the patient and reviews goals with the registered nurse. Collaborates with the registered nurse to consider ongoing modification of care plan based on patient’s needs, capabilities and condition.

At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. Let Novant Health be the destination for your professional growth.

Come join a remarkable team where quality care meets quality service, in every dimension, every time.

Responsibilities

+ Participates in the collection of data as directed by the registered nurse. Participates in the determination of nursing care needs through recognition of relationships between data gathered and a patient's health status and treatment regimen. Sources of data collection include: subjective reporting, observations of appearance and/or behavior, measurements of physical structure and physiologic function, information regarding available resources. Able to determine a patient's need for immediate nursing intervention based upon data gathered regarding the patient's health status, ability to care for self, and current treatment regimen.

+ Participates in the teaching and counseling of patients and their support system as assigned by the registered nurse, physician or other healthcare team members. As delegated by Registered Nurse, the LPN collaborates with the healthcare team in participating in the planning and implementing in the patient’s plan of care. Possesses the ability to prioritize job duties according to patient's needs and changing acuity levels.

+ Administer and evaluate medication therapies, performs patient transfers and transport patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments.

Qualifications

+ Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program, required.

+ Experience: One year of relevant experience, required.

+ Licensure/Certification: Appropriate state LPN license, required.

+ Additional Skills (required): Computer skills, Phone call etiquette, Organizational Skills.

Job Opening ID

112861