Cone Health

Not-for-profit healthcare network delivering hospital care

Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surg

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 9

Full-timeUnited StatesNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A diploma in Practical Nursing is required.
An Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) must be completed within four years of hire.
No prior experience is required; new LPN graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.
A current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in North Carolina is required.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification from the American Red Cross or an American Heart Association Healthcare Provider is required.

Responsibilities

Support the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in providing patient care in a hospital setting under close supervision.
Collect patient history and medical information to support complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
Assist in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider.
Use proper techniques and safety precautions in accordance with policies for sterile environments.
Communicate healthcare instructions to patients and families to explain the care plan clearly.
Respond to emergencies and safety hazards using personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Licensed Practical Nurses

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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems.

Essential Job Function:

Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.
Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.
Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.
Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.
Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.

Experience:

Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.

Work Shift :

Days/Weekend Rotation (United States of America)

On Call Required

FTE:

0.9

Job Type:

Benefit Eligible (20-39) Hours/Week

About the Company

Cone Health

Not-for-profit healthcare network delivering hospital care

Cone Health is a not-for-profit healthcare network that serves communities in Alamance, Forsyth, Guilford, Randolph, Rockingham, and surrounding counties by operating hospitals, primary and specialty care clinics, and centers for heart and vascular care, cancer treatment, women’s and children’s health, and advanced imaging. Its services are delivered through a system of hospitals, clinics, and the Cone Health Medical Group and Triad HealthCare Network, with revenue coming from patient services, insurance reimbursements, and government programs. The network differentiates itself by emphasizing community care and serving underserved populations, supported by a large staff, physician partners, and volunteers, and it holds recognized workplace culture awards. The goal is to provide high-quality, accessible healthcare and improve health outcomes across its diverse service areas.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Seed
Total funding: $100K
Headquarters: Greensboro, NC
Founded: 1953

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