Licensed Practical Nurse Acute Care

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

Introduction

Are you interested in becoming part of an organization that prioritizes your growth as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)? At our facility, your well-being is our top priority. We have allocated up to $300 million over three years to enhance the support for our exceptional team members.

Benefits

Our organization provides a comprehensive rewards package designed to promote the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our employees. The benefits include:

• Extensive medical insurance that covers many essential services at little to no cost. This includes prescription medications, mental health services, complimentary telemedicine, and free AirMed medical transport.
• Additional options for dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans (such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care insurance, relocation support, pet insurance, and more.
• Access to free counseling services and resources aimed at emotional, physical, and financial wellness.
• A 401(k) plan with a 100% match on contributions ranging from 3% to 9% of your salary, depending on your tenure.
• An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on company stock.
• Family support options, including fertility and family-building benefits through Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for childcare, eldercare, pet care, home and auto repairs, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts available through Abenity and other platforms.
• Retirement planning assistance, rollover services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Educational support, including tuition assistance, student loan help, certification support, and scholarships for dependents.
• A colleague recognition program.
• A Time Away From Work Program that includes paid time off, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• An Employee Health Assistance Fund that provides free coverage for eligible full-time and part-time employees based on income.

Note: Benefit eligibility may differ by location.

Your contributions are vital to our success. Each position plays a significant role in enhancing our patients' lives, and you have the chance to make a meaningful impact. We are seeking a committed LPN like you to join our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), you will be essential in delivering attentive, high-quality care to patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). Your role will involve helping patients regain strength, prevent complications, and progress toward recovery. You will collaborate closely with a dedicated critical care team focused on improving lives daily.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering direct care to patients with complex needs, including administering medications, assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), managing tubes and drains, and supporting advanced monitoring.
• Carefully observing changes in heart rate, oxygen saturation, or neurological status, and promptly notifying the team to facilitate early intervention.
• Maintaining accurate and timely documentation to ensure effective teamwork and patient safety.
• Guiding patients and their families in understanding their conditions and providing support as they navigate serious health challenges and recovery processes.
• Collaborating closely with registered nurses, physicians, and specialists to assist patients in stabilizing and progressing from intensive care.

Qualifications Required:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Graduation from an accredited vocational school.

Our facility is a full-service community hospital serving Transylvania and neighboring counties. Located in Brevard, North Carolina, we offer over 90 beds, including more than 25 inpatient rooms and 10 transitional care unit rooms. We provide a wide range of services across various specialties and have been recognized as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the United States. Our organization is part of a larger healthcare network.

We have been honored multiple times as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute. In recent years, we have invested approximately $3.7 billion in charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

“Good people beget good people.” - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is currently reviewing applications for the LPN position. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to become part of our caring community!

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.