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Wellstar Health System
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Columbia County Medical Practice
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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
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 whats possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in peoples lives. Work Shift Day (United States of America)
WELLSTAR IS HIRING
LPNsFOR OUR NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART AUGUSTA MEDICAL PRACTICE!
SEEKINGEXEMPLARY CARING NURSING PROFESSIONALS WHO WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Job Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse 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 . Additionally they are responsible for attending and participating in staff meetings, in-services, special projects and continued education.Required Minimum Education:
High School Diploma General or GED General or Other / Diploma in Nursing Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): BLS-I- Basic Life Support
- Instructor or BLS
- Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS