CPR Certification, Documentation, Emergency Response, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Hospital, Hospital Systems, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Records, Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient History, Registered Nurse (RN)
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization''s hospital systems.
Essential Job Function
- Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
- Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
- Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
- Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
- Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
- Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.
Experience
- Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy
Licensure/Certification/Listing
- Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
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The Moses H Cone Memorial Hospital