LPN, Nephrology

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY : The Licensed Practical Nurse shall perform services in the provision of supportive or restorative care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.

About CarolinaEast Health System

CarolinaEast Health System is committed to providing high quality, compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. At the heart of our system is a 350-bed, full-service medical center equipped with a comprehensive range of inpatient and outpatient services, utilizing the latest medical technologies. We employ over 3,200 dedicated team members and operate physician practices across various specialties in four counties. Our employees foster a culture of excellence that ensures our patients receive the same high level of care found at larger medical centers, all while maintaining a friendly, community-centered atmosphere throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a robust benefits package to all full-time employees, as well as benefits for part-time plus and part-time staff. We are proud to be the first medical center in North Carolina recognized as a Cardiovascular Center of Excellence by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association. Additionally, we are honored to be named one of America's Best-In-State Hospitals by Newsweek, among numerous other prestigious accolades.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

• Graduate of an approved School of Nursing
• Current LPN license with North Carolina State Board of Nursing
• The "Essential" and "Non-Essential" functions of the job are listed due to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. The breakout of these different functions will not impact the Wage and Salary Program
• Participation in continuing education programs as required by hospital and NC State Board of Nursing
• Must have a good basic knowledge of nursing principles and practices
• Possess the ability to relate effectively to patients, their families, physicians, staff and all others using proper channels of communication
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his / her unit(s). The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to collect data reflective of the patient's status and to provide the care needed relative to the patient's age-specific needs as described in the unit's / area's / department's policies and procedures
• Maintain current BLS certification
• Deliver outstanding customer service that upholds CarolinaEast's Standards of Excellence.