LPN, OP Oncology at Northside Hospital

OverviewNorthside Hospital is award-winning state-of-the-art and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.ResponsibilitiesLicensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients in accordance with the philosophy policies and procedures of Northside Hospital. LPNs participate in the planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area.According to the National Association of Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses (NALPN) Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses are a specialized field who represent the entry into the nursing practice profession. LPNs practice in diverse clinical settings that include different healthcare professionals who work collaboratively as a team. This collaborative team works to improve a patients function and to protect the health and safety of the patients. LPNs are part of the Licensed Practical Nurse Nursing Excellence Track Program (L-NEXT) at Northside Hospital and have the opportunity for career advancement opportunities through expansion of knowledge expertise through both academic/continuing education and specialty certification.QualificationsKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREDGraduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERREDOne (1) year of experience as an LPN.Additional Life Support credential (ACLS PALS NRP etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications may be preferred in specific units. Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.Work Hours:800-1630Weekend Requirements:NoOn-Call Requirements:No Key Skills Hospital Experience,Acute Care,Basic Life Support,ICU Experience,Infusion Experience,Triage,TFS,Conflict Management,Nursing,Critical Care Experience,Epic,Medication Administration Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1