Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Nephrology Oncology

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Nephrology Oncology$10,000 SignOnBonus Eligible Who We Are: People are our passion and purpose. Comeworkwhere you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Frye Regional Medical Center includes a 355-bed acute care hospital and features a 32-bed Emergency Department, 29-bed Inpatient Rehabilitation Center, 15-bed Surgical Suite and Inpatient/Outpatient Imaging. Our South Campus is an 81-bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital. Where We Are: Hickory is the hub of the Metro Center area with over365,000 people. Here you will find small town values with big city amenities, including arts, entertainment, and education. We arelocatedabout an hour from cities like Charlotte, Boone,Ashevilleand Winston-Salem so you can easily experience all the beauty that North Carolina has to offer. Why Choose Us: ·         Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees ·         Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees ·         Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellnessassistance ·         Tuition Reimbursement/Assistancefor qualified applicants ·         Professional Development and Growth Opportunities ·         And much more… Position Summary: As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse,providesdirect patient care to patientsin accordance withapplicable scope and standards of practice. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. Administers medication per scope of practice. Documents patient care given. Assists RN with development of plan of care. Assistspatients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. Adherence to all core measure initiatives, patient safety goals, and NQF Safe Practices. Minimum EducationAssociates Degreeor Diploma in LPNrequired. Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisivejudgmentand the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and takeappropriate action. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Licenses: Current LPN license to practice in NC (NC license or multi-state compact license). Minimum Work Experience At least 1 year of LPN experience (acute care experience preferred). EEOC Statement: Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Job: Nursing Organization: Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Nephrology Oncology Location: NC-Hickory Requisition ID: 7469-9371