Licensed Practical Nurse - GWVNH

Licensed Practical Nurse – GWVNH

Job

Location:

Augusta University – Health Sciences Campus, 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides complex direct nursing care to assigned geriatric patients in a Nursing Care Center and coordinates care as directed by nursing administration.

• Charge Nurse: Serves as Charge Nurse guiding other personnel in direct nursing care; assumes responsibility for a group of patients; participates in patient education, maintains charts, prepares and administers medication, utilizes equipment and supplies; assists in orientation of new employees and serves as preceptor for assigned nurses or students.
• Main Duties: Makes work assignments and monitors performance to ensure compliance with nursing standards; provides comfort and safety for patients; maintains communication with supervisor and physician; seeks assistance when independent action is not possible.
• Patient Vitals: Takes and records vital signs, collects and forwards specimens, implements wound care as prescribed; catheterizes patients as ordered, monitors intake and output, and reports unusual findings to supervisor or physician.
• Patient Nutrition: Performs functions related to proper nutrition and fluid balance, including assisting with meals, tube feedings, and monitoring oral fluid intake.
• Documentation: Provides appropriate documentation of all care provided.
• Programs and Seminars: Attends in‑service programs and seminars as offered.
• Professionalism: Maintains a professional manner with patients, visitors, and staff; reports interpersonal problems to the Nurse Manager and supervisors as necessary.
• Other Duties: Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduation from an accredited LPN program.
• Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Georgia.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.

• Proficiency in practical nursing applications and techniques.
• Experience caring for geriatric patients, preferably in long‑term care.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates to promote quality care.

• Knowledge:
  • Six rights of medication administration
  • Basic nursing skills in procedures and treatment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer software/database
• Skills:
  • Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
• Abilities:
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Work independently and flexibly

• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification.
• Active Georgia licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse.

• Shift: Multiple positions available.
• Salary:
  Commensurate with qualifications within the established range.
• Recruitment Period:
  Until filled.
• Benefits:
  Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, teachers or optional retirement plan, earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
• Tuition Assistance Program available for full‑time employees with continuous service of more than six months.

• Successful completion of a background check prior to employment.
• Completion of Augusta University criminal background check and Georgia Long‑term Care background check for GWVNH positions.
• May be required to complete additional background or supplemental pre‑employment requirements such as physical exam, drug screening, or credit check.
• Credit check required for positions of trust or purchase card usage.
• Motor vehicle report required for positions requiring ownership of an Augusta University vehicle.
• Proof of completed academic degrees and post‑secondary coursework required for faculty hires; foreign‑trained candidates must provide credential evaluation.
• Responsible for ensuring confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information and adherence to cybersecurity and privacy policies.

Augusta University is an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.