Licensed Practical Nurse Primary Care Office

Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Primary Care Office

About us:

For the past 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted name in the community, striving for excellence and delivering professional and compassionate care. Our dedicated staff of approximately 475 employees has a heart for healthcare and realizes how precious the gift of good health can be.

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care hospital located in Toccoa, Georgia. We are nestled in the beautiful foothills of Northeast Georgia where our family-oriented community offers many cultural and civic opportunities as well as numerous outdoor activities.

Stephens County Hospital is a member of the Georgia Hospital Association, American Hospital Association and Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission, the nation’s premier healthcare monitoring agency.

• Graduate of an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Program.
• Current Georgia License as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• BLS Certification to be obtained within first month of employment.

Child (Five to Nine Years), Adult (19 to 69 Years), Adolescent (Ten to 18 Years), Geriatric (70 and Above)

• Demonstrates competency in clinical skills and knowledge pertinent to the practice and education of the Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Prepares, cleans and maintains exam and treatment rooms.
• Conducts pre-visit planning by reviewing and updating patient charts prior to appointment with recent test results and correspondence.
• Confers with physician regarding any incomplete patient tests/consults or other incomplete orders prior to patient visit.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment by escorting them from the waiting area to the exam room and taking histories and vital signs as appropriate.
• Implements the physician’s orders promptly and appropriately with understanding of the purpose of each as it relates to the patient.
• Monitors the patient’s condition and maintains appropriate documentation.
• Reports abnormalities or instability of the patient’s condition in a timely manner to physician.
• Gives injections and provides other patient care services as directed by the physician.
• Assists with casting and cast removal.
• Administers medications upon physician order.
• Maintains safety and security of medications, needles and syringes.
• Prepares and maintains clinical supplies and equipment.
• Changes dressings and performs ordered treatments.
• Ensures readiness of chart for scheduled surgeries.
• Participates in verification (time out) prior to invasive procedures as designated by policy.
• Assesses patient for pain and documents appropriately when applicable.
• Administers emergency resuscitation of patients in cardiac arrest.
• Initiates use of AED; 911 notification is performed.
• Creates, maintains, copies and files patient charts, records and other information as needed.
• Reports and records pertinent information as appropriate.
• Complies with “Do Not Use” abbreviations.
• Repeats and verifies all verbal/phone orders and test results.
• Provides the patient with an explanation of his/her condition and written information when possible.
• Interprets the physician’s instructions to the patient.
• Extends courtesy and demonstrates cooperation while communicating with others.
• Utilizes effective communication skills with patients, families, co‑workers, other medical professionals and anyone communicated with in a pleasant and positive manner.
• Accepts suggestions and criticisms and whenever necessary undertakes to change personal behavior or seek further guidance.
• Maintains strict confidentiality.
• Treats staff, physicians, visitors and patients with dignity and respect.
• Utilizes universal precautions in all aspects of work practice.
• Remains in compliance with hospital hand‑hygiene policy.
• Reports staff deficits related to compliance with Infection Control practice (non‑compliance with hand washing, etc.).
• Teaches patients, families and others regarding infection prevention and transmission.
• Cleans equipment appropriately between patient and/or staff use.
• Assists with scheduling tests and treatments; pre‑certifies patients for…