Staff Licensed Practical Nurse - 1st shift

Perdue Foods

Perdue Foods has a goal of becoming the most trusted name in premium proteins by creating products for consumers and for retail and foodservice customers around the globe while changing the way animals are raised for food. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we're committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Staff Licensed Practical Nurse

Support the health and well-being of our associates by delivering high quality clinical care in a fast-paced work environment. As a Staff Licensed Practical Nurse, you will provide direct care, support workplace injury management, and assist with health and wellness programs while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will collaborate closely with plant leadership, Safety, HR, and production teams to promote a safe and healthy workplace. This role is ideal for a compassionate, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a team environment and is committed to supporting associate health, safety, and overall well-being. This position is based onsite at our Lewiston, North Carolina location, and regular in-person attendance is required to support business operations. The role also requires travel up to 30% of the time, which may include visits to other company facilities, customer or vendor locations, training sessions, meetings, and industry events.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and triage for non-occupational and occupational injuries and illnesses.
• Demonstrate strong documentation skills for completeness and accuracy.
• Coordinate off-site referrals, urgent care, or emergency services when necessary.
• Perform return-to-work and fit-for-duty evaluations as directed.
• Conduct post-incident follow-up and monitor recovery progress.
• Maintain OSHA-compliant documentation and injury logs.
• Assist in regulatory reporting requirements (OSHA, workers' compensation).
• Ensure medical records are maintained in accordance with HIPAA standards.
• Participate in internal safety audits and inspections.
• Conduct periodic health screenings
• Conduct components of the Medical Surveillance Programs, i.e. Bloodborne Pathogen standards, Hearing conservation programs, Vision, Respiratory protection programs, etc.
• Support vaccination programs (e.g., influenza, tetanus).
• Assist with ergonomic assessments in collaboration with Safety.
• Communicate work restrictions clearly to supervisors and HR.
• Partner with safety and operations to reduce lost-time injuries.
• Track and trend injury data for prevention initiatives.
• Educate employees on injury prevention, chronic disease and self-care.
• Support employee wellness initiatives focused on musculoskeletal health, hydration, and injury prevention.
• Provide health education related to repetitive motion, cold environments, knife safety, and PPE use.
• Participate in safety huddles and toolbox talks.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Successful completion of an approved practical nursing program or college program or associate's degree in a related field.
• 2 - 4 years related work experience (occupational health, urgent care, ER, or industrial setting preferred).
• Active LPN license in good standing (state-specific).
• Current certification in CPR in good standing.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, clinical judgment, triage skills and strong documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Phlebotomy skills and Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Position is active and requires movement throughout the processing plant and surrounding environments of the off-site facilities such as feed mills, hatchery, distribution center, and farms.
• Must be able to see, touch, smell & record findings in writing or electronically. Manual dexterity for clinical procedures.
• Have the ability to move light equipment or supplies from one place to another
• Have ability to respond as needed to medical emergencies in all areas of the complex.
• Must have ability to move throughout the processing plant & surrounding environments of the off-site facilities, such as feed mills, hatchery, etc.
• Majority of work in office or clinic setting, as well as inter-facility & external environmental conditions (e.g. noise levels, changes in temperature, humidity, etc. May be exposed to temperatures of 28 degrees to 100 degrees Fahrenheit with both ambient and 100% humidity. May be exposed to noise ranges of 50 db. to 110 db.
• May be exposed to dust, feathers, and all chemicals used in poultry processing facility. You must wear and use protective and safety equipment required for the job as directed by the Company.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.