LPN - Med Surg, PRN - Northside at Piedmont Columbus Northside summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients across all age groups under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. With a focus on compassionate and holistic care, the LPN collaborates with healthcare professionals and guides ancillary staff while adhering to protocols set by the organization. The role requires current licensure in Georgia and offers opportunities for new graduates to gain experience in a hospital setting. Description: 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 Healthcares 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. Qualifications: MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED: Graduate of an LPN program MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: New graduates of an accredited nursing school are eligible. MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW: Current License in the State of Georgia as a LPN or NLC/eNLC Multistate License. BLS certification required ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated clinical competency in the specialty area applying for preferred Nursing Experience in Hospital Setting Preferred If working in the Emergency Department, ALS/ACLS and PALS required (LPNs new to specialty will complete applicable certifications within 6 months of start date) Experienced Emergency Department nurses will have 6 months to obtain the PALS certification. Keywords: Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN Med Surg, nursing care, patient care, healthcare, registered nurse supervision, hospital nursing, clinical competency, emergency department nursing, holistic patient care