Licensed Practical Nurse - Gastroenterology

The Licensed Practical Nurse serves as a member of the healthcare team at Novant Health by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with other team members to provide care that promotes optimal health or a comforting peaceful death.

The Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the care of the patient during their health journey. The Licensed Practical Nurse accepts accountability for provision of care, as part of the RN led team, in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

If you have an issue related to your digestive system, you understand how gastrointestinal problems can affect your overall health and well being. At Novant Health Gastroenterology – Brunswick, our team of gastrointestinal specialists understand that as well. We are here to listen to your concerns, provide you with an accurate diagnosis, and offer a treatment plan that fits your health goals and your lifestyle.

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• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
  
• Experience: One year of relevant experience, preferred.
• Licensure/certification: Current LPN licensure in appropriate state, required. ENPC, TNCC, or CEN; preferred. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required.
• Additional skills required: Possesses the ability to prioritize job duties according to patients' needs and changing acuity levels. Administer and evaluate medication therapies, performs patient transfers and transport patients via wheelchair, hospital bed, or stretcher to other departments. Ability to lift and carry various equipment including portable cardiac monitors, bedside commodes, etc. Ability to provide routine nursing care such as start IV's, perform dressing changes, etc. to multiple patients in a timely manner. Ability to perform in critical situations, including administering CPR.

It is the responsibility of every Novant Health team member to deliver the most remarkable patient experience in every dimension, every time.

• Our team members are part of an environment that fosters teamwork, team member engagement and community involvement.
• The successful team member has a commitment to leveraging diversity and inclusion in support of quality care.
• All Novant Health team members are responsible for fostering a safe patient environment driven by the principles of "First Do No Harm".