Licensed Practical Nurse- Inpatient Rehab - Kinston North Carolina

Company: UNC Health Care
Location: Kinston, North Carolina
Posted On: 05/03/2024

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.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.EDUCATION
o Graduation from an approved School of Licensed Practical Nursing.EXPERIENCEo None.LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATIONo Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of North Carolina. BCLS Certification.OTHER SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONSo 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 ENVIRONMENTo 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 REQUIREMENTSo Requires a range of physical activity from sedentary work to heavy work. Includes 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 DetailsLegal Employer: Lenoir HealthEntity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Ip Rehab Facility Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00Work Schedule: DayLocation of Job: LENOIR MEMExempt From Overtime: Exempt: Not Applicable

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