LPN - Acute

What We Offer Licensed Practical Nurs- LPN | Adult Acute Care (9 General) Forsyth Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC Full-Time Days | 7 AM - 7 PM Join 9 General, an Adult Acute Care unit specializing in telemetry and geriatric patients, where compassion, teamwork, and clinical excellence come first. Why Join Our Team? Supportive, collaborative team environment Consistent nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:5-6 Dedicated admission and resource nurse support Strong focus on patient-centered care and employee engagement Opportunities to make a meaningful impact every shift Who We're Looking For Compassionate, patient-focused nurses who thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to delivering exceptional care. What We're Looking For Education : High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program, required. Experience : One year of relevant experience, required. Licensure/Certification : NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units. CPI certification within 3 months of hire for Behavioral Health departments, required. Additional Skills (required) : Computer skills, Phone call etiquette, Organizational Skills. Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Behavioral Health units' requirements only Ability to intervene in a therapeutic manner for behavior patterns demonstrated by patients with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse or developmental disabilities. Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and treatment interventions, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, mental health concepts, and evidence based therapeutic interventions and treatments. CPI certification within three months. Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend self and others against violent assaults, ability to react appropriately in psychiatric crises, ability use violent and non-violent restraints per policy and procedure. Why Choose Novant Health? At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves. Job Opening ID 196219 #J-18808-Ljbffr