Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Licensed Practical Nurse

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeWinston-Salem, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing Program is required.
An appropriate state Licensed Practical Nurse license is required.
For Emergency Department and Behavioral Health units, facility-specific North Carolina state-approved curriculum for restrictive interventions is required within three months of hire.
For Behavioral Health departments, CPI certification is required within three months of hire.
Computer skills, phone-call etiquette, and organizational skills are required.
Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team is required.
For Behavioral Health units, ability to intervene therapeutically with patients exhibiting behavior patterns associated with mental illness, personality disorders, substance abuse, or developmental disabilities is required.
For Behavioral Health units, knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects, treatment interventions, psychiatric diagnoses, mental health concepts, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions and treatments is required.
For Behavioral Health units, ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend oneself and others against violent assaults, react appropriately in psychiatric crises, and use violent and non-violent restraints according to policy and procedure is required.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive care for post-surgical and medically complex patients to support safe recovery and positive outcomes.
Monitor patient conditions and recovery progress, and promptly identify and communicate complications or changes.
Perform wound care, surgical drain management, NG tube care, IV medication administration, blood transfusions, anticoagulant administration, and tube feedings.
Educate patients and families about medications, recovery expectations, and discharge planning to support successful transitions home.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary care team, and maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.

Desired Qualifications

One year of relevant experience is preferred.

What We Offer

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Post-Surgical Acute Care

Join our Post-Surgical Acute Care team and provide compassionate, hands-on care to post-operative and medically complex patients as they recover and prepare for discharge. In this fast-paced, environment, LPNs play an essential role in supporting patient recovery by monitoring conditions, administering treatments, providing education, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team. This unit offers a rewarding opportunity to build strong clinical skills while caring for a diverse patient population.

Forsyth Medical Center | Full-Time Nights (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) | Winston-Salem, NC

Why Join Our Post-Surgical Acute Care Team?

Advance your career through specialty-focused education, certifications, and professional development opportunities.
Work with advanced technology and resources that support safe, efficient patient care.
Thrive in a newly constructed facility equipped with state-of-the-art technology.
Access wellness and resiliency resources designed to support your well-being and long-term career success.
Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off starting on your first day.

Remarkable Care. Remarkable Careers.

What You'll Do

Provide comprehensive care for post-surgical and medically complex patients, ensuring safe recovery and positive outcomes.
Monitor patient conditions, assess recovery progress, and quickly identify and communicate any complications or changes.
Perform specialized treatments including wound care, surgical drain management, NG tubes, IV medications, blood transfusions, anticoagulants, and tube feedings.
Educate patients and families on medications, recovery expectations, and discharge planning to support successful transitions home.
Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and the interdisciplinary care team while maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic medical record.

What We're Looking For

Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program, required.
Experience: One year of relevant experience, preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Appropriate state LPN license, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. CPI certification within 3 months of hire for Behavioral Health departments, required.
Additional Skills (required): Computer skills, Phone call etiquette and Organizational Skills. Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Behavioral Health units' requirements onlyAbility to intervene in a therapeutic manner for behavior patterns demonstrated by patients with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse or developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and treatment interventions, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, mental health concepts, and evidence based therapeutic interventions and treatments. CPI certification within three months.
Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend self and others against violent assaults, ability to react appropriately in psychiatric crises, ability use violent and non-violent restraints per policy and procedure.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

148320

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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