Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Company: WellStar Health System
Location: Marietta
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Responsibilities The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice. - -The LPN is responsible for providing direct patient care to patients with medical/surgical needs. This includes age -appropriate interventions that meet physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs.The -LPN is responsible for coordination and delivery of high quality care. LPN participates in call rotation and weekend -visits as needed. The LPN can serve as a preceptor for new LPN employees. They are responsible for attending and -participating in staff meetings, in-services, special projects and continued education. Job Requirements: Required Minimum Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing
• Current State of Georgia professional licensure.Required Minimum Experience
  • Minimum of one year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment -preferred.Required Minimum Skills
    • Positive leadership, problem solving skills, strong organizational and time management -skills.
    • Strong assessment and clinical skills.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to write and follow -directions to patient's homes.
    • Use of Windows based computer, utilizing home health patient software, email, internet, -computer based learning modules, etc.

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