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.
Responsibilities:
Patients and families through the provision of direct patient care services other key customers are physicians, coworkers and other health care team members. Insures that all contact with customers is friendly, helpful, courteous, and projects a positive image of the unit and hospital.
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 Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: LENOIR MEM
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
UNC Health Care
May 12, 2025