Licensed Practical Nurse-Emergency Room-Night Shift

UNC Health Care
United States, North Carolina, Kinston
Dec 06, 2024
Job Description 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. Job Details 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