Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Hillsborough Family Practice

Overview

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• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses
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• Quality of Life:
  Living in the Triangle
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hillsborough Family Practice

$10,000 Commitment Bonus for Eligible Candidates

Duke Primary Care Hillsborough provides comprehensive, family-centered care for patients of all ages.

Location:

267 South Churchton Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278.

Schedule:

8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday.

• Administer medications and IV fluids as prescribed by the doctor and maintain records
• Provide direct care to patients under supervision of a nurse or doctor
• Follow the doctor's orders and nursing care plan for patient care
• Report patient responses to care to a nurse for evaluation and adjustments to the care plan
• Assist other healthcare staff in delivering patient care
• Help doctors and nurses with diagnostic procedures
• Assess nursing care, patient responses, and prioritize nursing tasks
• Help develop and implement policies to ensure patient comfort and safety and participate in creating new policies
• Contribute to maintaining the care environment, including equipment and supplies
• Identify and assist in improving clinical and operational performance
• Assist in managing supplies and equipment, reporting any malfunctions to the charge nurse
• Participate in training programs and help train new staff
• Perform other related duties as needed

Education

• Work requires graduation from an approved or accredited Practical Nurse program

Experience

• No experience required

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Current State of North Carolina LPN licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) required

Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience

• Ability to find resources independently and work well with others
• Clear communication with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, and leadership; able to teach patients and families based on the care plan
• Ability to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up using sensory and cognitive functions
• Competent in BLS and other required life support certifications
• Proficient in fine motor skills
• Accurately record activities and document interventions
• Ability to use computers and learn new software
• Navigate the healthcare system to provide patient care
• Able to stand and walk for long periods
• Stay focused and organized
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and procedures relevant to the role
• Familiarity with administering routine and special treatments
• Understanding of sanitation, hygiene, and health safety in a hospital setting
• Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of and compliance with JCAHO and other regulatory requirements

• N/A

Job Details

• Job Title:
  
  LPN
• Job Code: 4086
• FLSA: N
• Job Level: E2

Revised Date: 10/01/2024

Supervisory Responsibility: No

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