Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Medical​/Surgical

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical/Surgical

Fulltime:
Nights

Schedule:

3 12‑hour shifts

• Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
• May administer medication.
• Documents patient care given.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355‑bed hospital offering acute care services, including the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Birthing Center, and Inpatient Rehabilitation. It has been providing exceptional care to the Hickory, NC community since 1911 and is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a high performing hospital.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Current LPN license in the state of North Carolina.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers seeking diversity in candidates:
Minority, Female, Disabled, Protected Veteran.

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