Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Charlotte, NC

Position Type: Full-Time

About Us:
Welcome to Vasco Staffing, where we believe in accelerating our clients towards new heights while forging paths to streamline productivity. Our mission is to connect organizations with unparalleled, reliable, and talented professionals, ensuring a fulfilling and reliable experience for all.

Job Description:
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team. The LPN will provide basic medical care under the supervision of registered nurses (RNs) and physicians, ensuring that patients receive high-quality and efficient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide basic patient care, including taking vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with personal hygiene.
• Monitor and record patient information, such as changes in condition, in medical records.
• Assist in the implementation of patient care plans as directed by RNs and physicians.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure a high standard of patient care.
• Prepare and administer injections, dress wounds, and provide other basic treatments.
• Educate patients and their families on health management and disease prevention.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients, adhering to all safety and infection control protocols.
• Respond to patient calls and requests promptly and with a professional attitude.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures as necessary.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain current knowledge and skills.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid LPN license in the state of North Carolina.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic demeanor with a strong commitment to patient care.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents.
• Retirement Plans: Employer-sponsored retirement plans such as 401(k) or pension plans, often with employer matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Allowance of paid vacation days, sick leave, and holidays.
• Life Insurance: Coverage that provides financial protection to the employee’s beneficiaries in the event of death.
• Disability Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability coverage to replace a portion of income if the employee becomes unable to work due to illness or injury.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) or Health Savings Accounts (HSAs): Pre-tax accounts that employees can use to pay for qualified medical expenses, dependent care, or save for future healthcare costs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling, support services, and resources to help employees manage personal and work-related challenges.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career advancement, training, tuition reimbursement, and skill development.
• Wellness Programs: Initiatives promoting employee health and well-being, such as gym memberships, wellness incentives, and health screenings.

Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and rewarding environment. Apply now to become part of our dedicated healthcare team!

Vasco Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcome all qualified applicants to apply.