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Ortho/Urology is a 36-bed medical-surgical unit. We care for adult patients from 18 to 100+ years old with a variety of diagnoses. Some of the patient population includes: general surgery, urology surgery, GI surgery, wound care and management, traumatic injuries post fall or car accidents, and traditional inpatient medicine patients. The team consists of RNs, LPNs, and NAs. This is a great unit to see a variety of diagnoses and solidify a foundation of skills that will serve you well in all aspects of your nursing career. Under direct supervision of a registered nurse or physician, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing services in the care and treatment of patients.
Job Responsibility:
Provides nursing care activities consistent with education, training, and licensure according to an established health care plan, as delegated by the registered nurse or physician
Directs or escorts patients to various clinical areas, prepares patients and assists with examinations and assessments, makes observations, collects data, and reports information. Performs physical and physiologic measurements using standardized guidelines
Serves as liaison between patient and provider. Administers and documents medications ordered by the providers. Calls in medication orders to the patient's pharmacy
Assists with the interpretation of patient related data. Recognizes relationships between data gathered and patient's health care status and treatment regimens
Participates in recording and reporting responsibilities. Documents findings relevant to patient's health care status or plan of care, document accurately and consistently in accordance with approved policies/procedures
Reviews and documents all procedures, medications, supplies, or additional testing done on the patient's chart
Triages and documents all incoming patient phone calls regarding medications, medical conditions and reviews with the provider when indicated, the necessary care ordered
Cleans and stocks examination rooms and/or other supply areas
Participates in clinical research studies by performing data collection and/or quality assurance
Participates in regular team meetings and continuous quality improvement activities
Maintains knowledge of care teams for coordination of patient care, self-management, population management, and communication skills
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein
Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited LPN training program
Licensed Practical Nurse licensure from the state of NC
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Previous experience as an LPN in a clinical or other health care setting preferred
What we offer:
$6,000 sign-on bonus
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance