LPN Med Surg

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider to

patients form birth through the lifecycle utilizing the nursing process in accordance with Piedmont

Healthcare's Mission and Vision Statements; functions within the framework of their license and the policy and

procedures of the organization and demonstrates professional growth and accountability. The Licensed

Practical Nurse guides ancillary staff, collaborates with other health care professionals in the provision of

quality nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse blends compassion, caring and technologically appropriate

competency resulting in holistic care to the patient..

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Graduate of a nursing program

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

New Graduates of a nursing program eligible

MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:

Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License.

BLS certification required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

For PRN positions: One year of nursing experience in a hospital setting preferred

Bachelor�s degree preferred

Advanced certification in field of specialty, if applicable (see addendum)

Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred