Licensed Practical Nurse - GWVNH*

Licensed Practical NurseAugusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today.Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.Located conveniently in Augusta's downtown medical community, Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home provides continuous professional nursing care to veterans of Georgia who have served in the armed forces during war times. The home is owned and funded by the Georgia Department of Veterans Service and operated through an interagency agreement with Augusta University. Through this association, Georgia War Veterans Nursing Home is considered a leader in the area of geriatric educational training for Augusta University.The Licensed Practical Nurse assumes responsibility for complex direct nursing care of assigned geriatric patients in a Nursing Care Center. This individual also coordinates the nursing care provided as directed by nursing administration.The duties include, but are not limited to: CHARGE NURSE: Serves as a Charge Nurse and guides other personnel in the delivery of direct nursing care. Assumes responsibility for the care of a group of patients on a unit. Participates in patient education, maintains patient charts, prepares and administers medication, and utilizes equipment and supplies. Assists in orientation for new employees. Serves as a preceptor for assigned nurses or students. MAIN DUTIES: Makes work assignments and monitors work performance for accuracy and completeness to ensure compliance with established nursing standards. Provides comfort and safety for the patients. Maintains communication with immediate supervisor and Physician and seeks assistance when circumstances do not allow for independent action. PATIENT VITALS: Take and record patient's vital signs, collect and forward specimens, and implement wound care as prescribed. Catheterize patients as ordered, monitor intake and output, and report any unusual findings to the supervisor or Physician. PATIENT NUTRITION: Performs functions in the maintenance of proper nutrition and fluid balance, such as assisting with meals, tube feedings, and monitoring oral fluid intake. DOCUMENTATION: Appropriate documentation of all care provided. PROGRAMS AND SEMINARS : Attends in-service programs and seminars as offered. PROFESSIONALISM: Always maintains a professional manner with patients, visitors, and staff. Report interpersonal problems to the Nurse Manager and Supervisors as necessary. OTHER: Perform 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.Skilled in applications and techniques of practical nursing. Experience in the care of geriatric patients, preferably in long-term care. Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of subordinates effectively to promote quality care.KNOWLEDGE Knowledge of the six rights of administering medication Knowledge of 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 Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work with a level of independence and flexibility.Must possess a current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS/BCLS certification and active Georgia licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.Shift: *Multiple Positions Available* Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program.All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. In conjunction with an offer of employment, selected candidate(s) will be required to successfully complete Augusta University's Criminal Background Check process. In addition, candidates selected for any position within Georgia War Veteran's Nursing Home (GWVNH) will be required to successfully complete the Georgia Long-term Care (GCHEXS) Background Check process. For specific positions, selected candidate(s) may also be required to successfully complete supplementary pre-employment onboarding requirements such as: a physical, drug screening and/or credit check. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.