Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN-24-13797

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Medical/Surgical Nursing
Location: Lagrange, GA
Shift: 6:45 AM - 6:45 PM
Shifts per Week: 3
Hours per Shift: 12-hour shifts

Position Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Manager and operates within the LPN Scope of Practice. The LPN provides direct patient care for individuals with medical/surgical needs, delivering age-appropriate interventions that meet physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial, and educational needs. This role requires the coordination and delivery of high-quality care while participating in call rotations and weekend visits as needed. The LPN may also serve as a preceptor for new staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess and manage patient care needs by following physician orders with RN oversight.
• Perform routine nursing procedures and interventions as directed.
• Meet established productivity and care quality standards.
• Work collaboratively with RNs and other healthcare team members to coordinate patient care.
• Report changes in patient condition to the RN, therapist, or clinical supervisor.
• Assist the RN in developing and revising individualized care plans based on patient needs and physician orders.
• Educate patients and caregivers to foster self-care or provide support in the home environment.
• Report any concerns related to patient or staff safety to authorities or agency leadership.
• Assist in the orientation and education of new employees and nursing students as needed.
• Participate in continued education, in-services, and special projects.
• Maintain current clinical knowledge and practices relevant to home health patient care.
• Accurately complete all required documentation within the established timeframe.
• Apply knowledge of regulatory guidelines appropriately in practice.
• Participate in care team meetings and conferences with co-workers.
• Check voicemail and secure messaging a minimum of once daily to ensure timely communication.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent; Certificate in Nursing from an accredited program.

License/Certification:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license (preferred).
• Private vehicle insurance (preferred).

Experience:

• Minimum 1 year of medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care setting is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent assessment and clinical skills.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home health setting and follow directions to patient homes.
• Proficiency with Windows-based computer systems and patient care software.