Role Overview: This position is designed for newly licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with less than one year of experience, participating in a comprehensive Nurse Residency Program.

Key Responsibilities

• Attend core clinical training, professional development workshops, and peer support groups.
• Complete all clinical competencies and validation requirements under supervision.
• Manage patient care by collecting data, identifying needs, and communicating with RNs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, provide treatments, and educate patients on discharge instructions.
• Document patient care accurately, recognize emergencies, and escalate issues appropriately.
• Implement cost-effective practices, participate in quality improvement activities, and ensure safe working conditions.
• Follow organizational policies, including licensure renewal, infection control, and confidentiality standards.
  
  

Qualifications & Skills

• Completion of an accredited LPN program recognized by the State Board of Nursing.
• Current LPN license recognized by NCSBN Compact or state licensing authority.
• Prior experience of less than 12 months as an LPN; candidates with more experience are ineligible.
• Ability to adhere to policies, demonstrate ethical patient advocacy, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
  
  

Additional Details: This is a non-management role reporting to a supervisor or manager, with variable shifts. The position is located at Blount Memorial Hospital in the Orthopedic Surgery department.