UNC Health Care
Licensed Practical Nurse- Progressive Care Unit- $15,000 Sign on bonus-Day Shift
UNC Health Care, Old Farm, North Carolina, United States
Description
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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 specific to the age of the patient.
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care services to patients and families, while collaborating with physicians, coworkers and other health‑care team members.
Ensure that all contact with customers is friendly, helpful, courteous, and projects a positive image of the unit and hospital.
Education Requirements
Graduation from an approved School of Licensed Practical Nursing.
Professional Experience Requirements
None.
License, Registration, Certification
Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
BCLS Certification.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Creative problem‑solving skills.
Demonstrates skills in providing for patient care needs in accordance with age/population of patients served.
Successfully completed hospital approved pharmacology examination with a score of 80 or above.
Work Environment
Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, airborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment.
Exposure to other hazards such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, etc. based on the departments.
Possible exposure to conditions such as noxious odors, fumes, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.
Physical Requirements
Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work, including sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients; some carrying, pushing, pulling and lifting objects involved in day‑to‑day activities.
Ability to use appropriate Safe‑Patient Handling equipment.
Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary.
Ability to concentrate in surroundings.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Progressive Care Unit
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $24.93 - $28.68 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
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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 specific to the age of the patient.
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care services to patients and families, while collaborating with physicians, coworkers and other health‑care team members.
Ensure that all contact with customers is friendly, helpful, courteous, and projects a positive image of the unit and hospital.
Education Requirements
Graduation from an approved School of Licensed Practical Nursing.
Professional Experience Requirements
None.
License, Registration, Certification
Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
BCLS Certification.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Requirements
Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Creative problem‑solving skills.
Demonstrates skills in providing for patient care needs in accordance with age/population of patients served.
Successfully completed hospital approved pharmacology examination with a score of 80 or above.
Work Environment
Exposure to blood‑borne pathogens, airborne pathogens and other infectious diseases requiring the use of protective equipment.
Exposure to other hazards such as radiation, toxic waste, chemical hazards, electrical hazards, etc. based on the departments.
Possible exposure to conditions such as noxious odors, fumes, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation.
Stressful work periods and rotating shifts.
Physical Requirements
Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work, including sitting, standing, walking and lifting patients; some carrying, pushing, pulling and lifting objects involved in day‑to‑day activities.
Ability to use appropriate Safe‑Patient Handling equipment.
Visual acuity, auditory and verbal skills necessary.
Ability to concentrate in surroundings.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Progressive Care Unit
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Salary Range: $24.93 - $28.68 per hour (Minimum to Midpoint)
Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: US:NC:Kinston
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
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