LPN Float Atrium Health Neurology Kenilworth FT

LPN Float position with Atrium Health Neurology at Kenilworth in Charlotte, NC. Full time, 40 hours per week. M-F 8am-5pm. Float to various clinics in Center City Charlotte within Neurology Specialty. This position is sign-on bonus eligible.

Responsibilities

Prepares and rooms the patient for exam by obtaining vital signs and documenting/updating pertinent health information; Performs laboratory procedures using principles of aseptic technique and standard precautions; Assists the physician/provider with procedures and surgeries; Administers medications under physician/provider orders; Provides basic patient education on the performance of tasks, skills, treatment and self-care; Communicates with physicians and other members of the health care team; Performs advanced clinical tasks or skills such as suture removal, catheterization, audiograms, laboratory procedures, EKG, spirometry, Holter monitor application, casting, and complex wound care; Organizes and prepares exam rooms, lab and work areas; Completes routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment; Participates in patient centered initiatives, care management, performance and quality improvement activities

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices; Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required; Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing; No experience required; Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills; ability to develop rapport and maintain positive, professional relationships with a variety of patients, staff and physicians; Excellent organization, prioritization and problem solving skills; Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, and use of electronic mail with exposure to electronic medical records systems; Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders throughout the workday; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs over the head, carry up to 40 lbs, push/pull with 30 lbs of force, and perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present; Must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with ability to use fine-hand manipulation skills; Must operate all equipment essential to perform the job

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligible; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program