Licensed Practical Nurse- Medical Surgical Telemetry

Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse serves as a member of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with other team members to provide care that promotes optimal health. The Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the care of the patient during their health journey. The Licensed Practical Nurse accepts accountability for provision of care, as part of the RN led team, in accordance with the current policies and procedures. 4-Gen Tele-Monitoring is a dynamic med / surg unit dedicated to providing comprehensive care to medical patients. With 41 beds and a typical patient-to-nurse ratio of 1 : 6 (flexible to 1 : 7), our unit offers a fast-paced environment where you will gain and refine foundational clinical skills. You will have the opportunity to care for patients with diverse conditions, including CHF, hypertension, COPD, diabetes, and respiratory diseases, with an average patient stay of 7-10 days. Our team includes an ADT nurse, who works out-of-coverage and as staffing allows, along with various support roles to ensure a strong patient focus. We have earned Center of Excellence awards and maintain top patient experience scores. If you're looking for a fast-paced setting where you can learn new skills and work with a diverse patient population, this is the ideal unit for you. At Novant Health, one of our core values is diversity and inclusion. By engaging the strengths and talents of each team member, we ensure a strong organization capable of providing remarkable healthcare to our patients, families and communities. Therefore, we invite applicants from all group dynamics to apply to our exciting career opportunities. Responsibilities It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time. Our team members are part of an environment that fosters team work, team member engagement and community involvement. The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care. All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm". Qualifications Education : High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program, required. Experience : One year of relevant experience, preferred. Licensure / Certification : Appropriate state LPN license, required. Additional Skills (required) : Computer skills, Phone call etiquette, Organizational Skills. Job Opening ID 40517