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EPIC HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC
Licensed Practical Nurse - Staff Nurse
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$55,715 / year median in Georgia
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Staff Nurse, where your expertise will directly impact patient care and well-being. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, skilled nursing services across diverse settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. Your energetic approach and dedication will help create a positive environment for patients of all ages, especially geriatric and disabled populations. You will utilize your broad nursing skills to assess patient needs, administer treatments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your nursing career while making a meaningful difference in people's lives. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and medical history documentation using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems such as Epic or PCC. Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed orders while adhering to HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies. Perform specialized procedures such as IV infusion, catheterization, tube feeding, venipuncture, and sterile dressing changes with precision and aseptic technique. Manage acute pain and chronic conditions through appropriate interventions, including medication administration and patient education on pain management strategies. Assist with diagnostic evaluations like specimen collection/processing, medical imaging preparation, and wound suturing when necessary. Provide patient care in various settings such as medical-surgical units, ICU or Level I Trauma Centers, emergency rooms, hospice environments, or long-term care facilities. Communicate effectively with patients and caregivers about treatment plans, medication instructions, and discharge planning to ensure understanding and compliance. Maintain accurate medical records and documentation of all patient interactions in compliance with healthcare regulations such as NCQA standards and long-term care regulations. Support infection control protocols by practicing proper hand hygiene, equipment sterilization, and environmental sanitation to prevent healthcare-associated infections. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on case management for patients with complex needs including dementia care, Alzheimer's disease, developmental disabilities, or infectious diseases. Utilize EMR/EHR systems like Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for documentation; demonstrate proficiency in