MEDSURGEMER,Team Lead,Licensed Practical Nurse Nights Job Columbus area,Georgia USA,Nursing

Position: MEDSURGEMER, Team Lead, Licensed Practical Nurse, FT - Nights

Description

All Newly Hired LPNs will receive a $2500 sign on bonus.

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Location: 931 East Winthrope Ave, Millen, GA 30442

Rotating Fulltime shift from 7P-7A

Join Jenkins County Medical Center as a full time Licensed Practical Nurse and become part of a team committed to compassionate, patient centered care.

Our expectation is that you will perform your job in a manner consistent with our Mission: To make a positive difference in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve through the effective and efficient delivery of quality healthcare services.

POSITION SUMMARY

The LPN provides direct and indirect patient care in the Med Surgical floor or Emergency Department. Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family. Determines priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the system. Acts as a clinical leader across Med Surg and Emergency Department.

The following represents the essential functions of this position. Other duties may be required as needed.

Ensure the continual delivery of high-quality nursing care.

Implement nursing practices to support patient care and facility improvement.

Maintain compliance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies.

Promote a collaborative team-oriented work environment.

Coordinate daily unit operations, delegate patient care, and provide formal/informal leadership to nursing staff.

Provide direct clinical care in both Med Surg unit and the Emergency Department, often in the same shift.

Manage admissions, discharges, and treatments for acute conditions and stabilize patients for transfer.

Use high level nursing judgement to manage patient care, including triaging in the emergency department.

Act as a patient advocate, explaining procedures to patients and families, and maintaining a high standard of compassionate care.

Administers and monitors medication in accordance with physicians’ orders.

Evaluates patient progress and reports changes in condition in the CPSI charting system.

Communicates with physicians about changes in patient’s status, symptomatology, and results of diagnostic studies.

Maintain accurate nursing documentation in the medical record.

Respond appropriately in high stress and fast paced environments.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Professional Requirements

Maintains professional appearance and adheres to dress code.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Demonstrates effective communication with patients, families, and staff.
Participates in required education, training, and meetings.
Maintains professional relationships with interdisciplinary teams.
Supports departmental goals and quality initiatives.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited LPN program
Current LPN license in the State of Georgia
Minimum of one (1) year work experience as an LPN in acute care setting preferred
Current BLS certification
CPI training to be completed within 6 months of hire

Experience

Emergency room: 1 year (Required)

Working Conditions

May be exposed to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and conditions common to an emergency department environment.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, walk, or bend intermittently throughout the workday.
Ability to think and work effectively under stress with frequent interruptions.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

At Jenkins County Medical Center, our team is built on teamwork, consistency, and a shared commitment to patient care. We value staff who are dependable, supportive of one another, and take pride in creating a safe and respectful environment for both patients and coworkers.

Benefits

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

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MEDSURGEMER, Team Lead, Licensed Practical Nurse Nights