Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in Georgia

Job Title: LPN or RN ((MotherBaby/L&D)! Company: CentralCare, Inc. Location: Fort Benning, GA Description: CentralCare, Inc. is currently seeking RNs and LPNs that would be interested in a FT, PT or PRN positions where services would be provided in the Mother/Baby and L&D unit at Martin Army Community Hospital in Ft. Benning, GA. The RN and LPN performing services under this contract shall have sufficient general knowledge and experience to adequately perform all nursing duties, to include, but not limited to, the following: Performs initial evaluations and screenings of the obstetrical patient to determine the priority of the treatment and identifies life-threatening conditions that require immediate attention of the obstetrical physician/nursing staff and responds accordingly. Assesses maternal history, allergies, and present status to identify contraindication to specific medications and procedures. Performs one to one monitoring of the high risk obstetrical patient. Responds to Cardiac/Respiratory Arrests according to hospital policies and procedures. Assesses normal pregnancy variations as well as high risk complications and maladaptive behaviors and provide care accordingly. Performs vaginal examinations to accurately determine cervical dilation, effacement, fetal station, and presenting part. Differentiates between normal and abnormal rate of cervical effacement and dilatation, and descent of the presenting part, and initiates appropriate nursing interventions. Monitors uterine activity patterns using palpation and/or the electronic fetal monitor. Assists in placement and troubleshooting of external and internal monitors. Performs and documents maternal surveillance, including measures blood pressure, temperature, pulse and respirations per unit protocol. Recognizes normal, reactive, non-reactive, non-stress test or positive/negative contraction stimulation test or oxytocin challenge test and implements interventions as needed. Monitors mother and fetus for desired and deleterious effects of administered medications. Provides nursing management of Cytotec, dinoprostone cerviacal ripening, and pitocin induction/ augmentation, based on patient status and contractions. Recognizes the signs and symptoms and provides appropriate nursing intervention for the following obstetrical emergencies; placenta previa, placenta abruptio, prolapsed cord, uterine rupture, inverted uterus, seizures, post partum hemorrhage, shoulder dystocia, preterm labor. Provides nursing care and management of preeclamptic patient, DIC, HELLP Syndrome and other life threatening conditions related to preeclampsia. Administers and manages Magnesium Sulfate IV infusion and assesses for signs of Magnesium Sulfate toxicity and provides appropriate nursing care. Administers and manages the patient on an insulin infusion. Assists with anesthesia administration and monitoring of mother/fetus for desired and undesired responses. Identifies effects and side effects of each method of analgesia and anesthesia and promptly initiates appropriates nursing interventions. Provides emergency neonatal care/NRP stabilization immediately after the delivery as needed and assigns APGAR scores in collaboration with attending physician. Assists with emergency Cesarean Section to include room set-up, patient preparation and circulate during surgery. Prepares equipment and assists with amnioinfusion procedures. Assists with amniocentesis and ultrasound. Provides labor and post partum patient teaching including plan of care, episiotomy care, breast care, initiation of breast feeding. Familiar with charge nurse duties, responsibilities include: monitors and oversees staff performance to assure work is accomplished in a timely and efficient manner. Makes legible, accurate and complete nursing documentation and ensures the same from staff mentored. Provides or ensures appropriate patient education occurs during shift. Reviews and revises nursing care plans as needed. Verifies and annotates all physicians’ orders written during the shift. Notifies attending physicians of significant change in patient’s conditions in a timely manner. Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients based on physician’s medical care plan, and the physical, mental, and emotional needs of the patient. Administers oxygen, IV fluid, blood transfusion and prescribed oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, IV medications. Sets-up, operates and monitors specialized equipment such as cardiac monitors, defibrillator, oxygen monitors, fetal monitors, IV pumps, electrocardiogram machines, blood glucose monitors, syringe pumps, etc. Performs nasal-pharyngeal and gastric suction as well as a variety of other drainage tubes. Provides appropriate nursing care and recognizes abnormal signs and symptoms of the postpartum vaginal and C-section recovering patients. Recognizes life-threatening conditions that requires the immediate attention of the physician/nurse and responds accordingly; assists in developing unit-level standards of care. Reports and analyzes unusual occurrences to reduce patient risk and prevent hospital liability. Provides appropriate nursing care to newborn infants in transition period; recognizes signs and systems of abnormal or emergency situations. Provides appropriate nursing care, education and support to breastfeeding mothers. Provides comprehensive patient teaching for self and infant care. Performs newborn transitions. Assists with Foley Bulb placement. Provides appropriate nursing care and support to patients and family members experiencing perinatal loss and bereavement. Performs sterile and non-sterile vaginal speculum exams to rule out rupture of membranes. Supports organization’s Patient Family Centered Care initiatives. Practice organization’s behavioral objectives and good customer services. Respond to all emergency codes, including cardiopulmonary arrests, and summon appropriate backup from the clinical and hospital staff. In these situations, provide professional advice to staff with regard to the professional management of the patient as necessary. Provide and document advice to patients by telephone as appropriate and in accordance with MACH protocol. Required Qualifications RN with one (1) year high risk labor and delivery experience AND/OR RN with two (2) years experience in a community hospital with at least 1,000 deliveries per year. Shall have a BSN degree or greater level of education from a National League of Nursing (NLN) accredited college or university. Required Skills Familiar with AHLTA or CHCS for keeping records, ordering of ancillary procedures and performing other required patient record functions. Verifying the content and correctness of all prepared and transcribed reports by electronically signing the document and validating its contents within CHCS and AHLTA. Documenting appropriate history, physical examination, required laboratory and x-ray examinations, and preliminary diagnosis (as appropriate) prior to the performance of any healthcare treatment. MEPRS code assigned to the clinic appears on all consults, lab requests, x-ray requests, etc. The Department/Service Chief shall provide this code. Must be able to attend medical and administrative meetings as designated by the Department/Service Chief. Attend any additional special meetings called by the MACH Commander as required to discuss the HCP’s credentials, quality control issues, or emergency situations. Provide and document advice to patients by telephone as appropriate and in accordance with MACH protocol. CentralCare, Inc. offers an outstanding benefits package which includes employee (only) paid Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match and a generous PTO policy. CentralCare, Inc. is an EEO compliant organization.

Job Title: Pediatric MA or LPN Company: Snelling Staffing Services Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Temp Staffing Agency | Snelling Staffing Employees, Job Search | Search Jobs // // // // dcsInit('dcsr61kyfuje1obcy0l94bxfv_4p1j','.snelling.com','sdc.snelling.com','-6','Snelling.com','Snelling.com'); Location: Atlanta, GA 30338 Pay: $16.00 to $20.00 Job Type: Temp to Hire Industry: Medical CAREER OPPORTUNITY Pediatric MA or LPN We have an immediate opportunity for a Pediatric Medical Assistant or Licenced Practical Nurse in the Dunwoody area.  This is a temp-to-hire opportunity that will pay in the $16-20/hour range and offers a stable M-F 8-5pm or 9-6pm schedule.  Qualified candidates must have a very warm personality and professional image!  A minimum of two years of pediatric (office or hospital) experience is required, along with a current CPR certification.  This position will be responsible for patient care from telephone calls to office visits and for assisting providers as needed.  Responsibilities are as follows: Prepare well child exam work-ups to include weight, height, head circumference,  blood pressure, pulse, respiration, hearing and vision, etc., according to the  child’s age. Prepare sick child work-ups to include weight, temperature, and chief complaints. Perform or assist office procedures, i.e., well baby and child vaccines, injections,  catherizations, nebulizer treatments and pulse ox, etc.,  according to provider  orders. Perform lab procedures as necessary including rapid strep screens, throat  cultures, CBC’s, urine test, PKU and blood draws.  Prepare the lab for daily  procedures.  Close out charts, checking to make sure everything is charted correctly. Telephone triage documenting all calls, callbacks, and prescriptions or  prescription refills. Tracking use of supplies for reorder information. Provide parents with specialist’s names and telephone numbers that participate  on the patient’s insurance plan as necessary.  Instruct any parent whose  insurance requires a referral to contact our referral coordinator when the  appointment is made. Prepare and present to the parent any necessary paperwork for lab tests that are  to be performed at an outside lab facility.  It is the responsibility of the clinical  nurse to educate the parent about the test that has been ordered and to ensure  that the orders are for the appropriate lab as required by the patient’s insurance  plan.  Complete school, camp, and physical forms. Qualified candidates please email resumes to Register to View -search.com for immediate consideration! Snelling Office Info: Snelling Staffing Services Atlanta Perimeter 400 Embassy RowSuite 108 Atlanta, GA 3032 Register to View Register to View -search.com // // // http://www.snelling.com/JobSeekers/SearchJobs/tabid/67/ID/16986/Default.aspx

Job Title: LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (Days) Company: UHS-Pruitt Corporation Location: Atlanta, GA Description: LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (Days) Category : Health Care Center Location/City : GA - Atlanta SUMMARY OF DUTIES: Assist the Director of Nursing in the delivery of nursing services in the facility. Manage employees in the provision of care and services per professional standards of nursing practice, corporate philosophy and state and federal laws and regulations. Performs any and all professional nursing duties as determined by qualifications and training. EDUCATION: Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with current state license. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. EXPERIENCE: 1 year of experience in medical and/or surgical nursing preferred. Previous experience with geriatric patients desirable. Supervisory experience preferred. SKILLS: Strong interpersonal, leadership, organizational, and clinical skills. If you are interested in being considered for this exciting career opportunity, please email your resume to Alonza Lewis - Register to View -pruitt.com Excellent Benefits Include: Major Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, STD, Profit Sharing, and PSPTO, and more. UHS-Pruitt Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates (UHS) are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/M/F/D/V. UHS complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled employees.

Job Title: LPN NURSE Company: Company Confidential Location: Valdosta, GA Description: lpn-nurse VALDOSTA STATE UNIVERSITY TEAM ORIENTED! VSU is looking for three full-time team oriented Licensed Practical Nurses to work in our Student Health Center. We also have temporary mid-level provider positions. Applicants must be compassionate and ?student focused?. LPNs must have one year experience in an office/hospital setting. Computer literate. Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia or eligible to be licensed. Excellent benefits and hrs. Send application with resume to Lynette Lewis, Administrator, VSU-Student Health Center, 1500 N. Patterson Street, Valdosta, GA 31698. Application and resume must be received no later than February 21th, 2010. EO/AAE M/F. Visit http://services2.valdosta.edu/databases/jobs/results.asp?view=All for other temporary positions at the Student Health Center.This listing brought to you by ClassifiedMarketplaceOnline.com

Job Title: LPN NEEDED Company: Company Confidential Location: Thomasville, GA Description: LPN NEEDED for Diet Center. Duties include Administer Injections, Blood Pressure Check, EKG & Blood Draw. For 3 days a week. Call Register to View This listing brought to you by ClassifiedMarketplaceOnline.com

Job Title: LPN Company: Company Confidential Location: Americus, GA Description: LPN Position available at Middle Flint Behavioral HealthCare. Provide mental health services to include medication administration, medication education, nursing assessments and other services related to treatment. Duties to include writing treatment plans, providing individual and group training, and monitoring treatment to promote recovery. Must maintain a caseload which will include chronic mentally ill consumers, achieve from 28 to 34 hours of authorized services per week, and complete all paperwork. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qual.: A current GA License to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must be proficient in keyboard use. Preferred Qual.: Experience working with Mental Health Consumers preferred. Able to speak English and Spanish equally well. State Merit Application to: MFBHC, Cynthia Mathis, PO Drawer 1348, Americus, GA 31709. Application deadline date: 02/26/2010. Middle flint is an EOE.This listing brought to you by ClassifiedMarketplaceOnline.com

Job Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) Company: Summit Ridge Location: Lawrenceville, GA Description: SummitRidge Hospital specializes in the provision of mental health and chemical dependency services. Licensed Practical Nurses provide caring and professional inpatient nursing support to adults and adolescents suffering from psychiatric or addictive disorders. Additionally, the Geriatric unit provides acute care for seniors in psychiatric crisis.    Our in-patient nursing department is led by the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Weekend Supervisor and includes Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Mental Health Technicians, and Nurse Technicians. SummitRidge is committed to continuity of care and does not utilize agency staff, instead we maintain a fully trained PRN pool as needed.   Join a fast-paced team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).  Provide direct patient care to patients and assist the Registered Nurse in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care.  The LPN is responsible for meeting the established standards of nursing practice and collaborating with other members of the health care team.   Requirements Minimum Qualifications: -         Graduate of a state approved school for practical nurses.  -         Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia. -         Experience in inpatient psychiatric or related acute care setting. -         Demonstrates consistent alertness, sound judgment, assertive action and initiative.   Position Tasks:          1.      Administers medications accurately according to the Georgia LPN Practice Act and hospital policy 2.      Assists physicians proficiently with examinations and special procedures 3.      Recognizes changes in the patient’s condition, takes initial action when warranted, reports these to the RN and receives direction from RN

Job Title: Nurse Needed RN or LPN Company: PSA Healthcare Location: Covington, GA Description: .ugDivBody_hj .ugFrame_hj .ugHeader_hj .ugColWrap_hj .ugLeftWrap_hj .ugLeftCol_hj .ugRightWrap_hj .ugRightCol_hj .ugNoBord_hj .ugH3_hj .ugLeftTitle_hj .ugLink_hj:link .ug14Size_hj Nurse Needed RN or LPNJob ID2202Company NamePSA Healthcare Job CategoryHealthcare LocationCovington, GAPosition TypePart-Time, Temp ExperienceUnspecifiedVisit PSA Healthcare onFacebookFollow PSA Healthcare on Twitterpsahealthcare.com Nurse Needed RN or LPN When it comes to providing for medically fragile children and adults, we know what matters most! We strive to provide the very best for our patients everyday. Many times our services allow for loved ones to stay home for their care, surrounded by their family. That quality of life difference can provide for a better, more enjoyable daily life every single day. PSA has over 3100 skilled caregivers, providing professional, high quality, private duty nursing and therapy services to patients in multiple locations throughout the United States.Description of Environment: Working with PSA Healthcare provides a unique opportunity for you to work in a personalized, one-on-one setting with a patient in their own home where you will get to deliver the type of individualized and specialized care that you desire.For those in the homecare industry, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing the difference you are making in your patient's and family members' lives on a day to day basis. PSA offers a variety of assignments and shifts that will give you that chance to make a difference! We have direct care opportunities ranging from low to high acuity patients.Be part of the strongest clinical team in home health; participate in education, professional collaboration and other developmental opportunities and work knowing you have the support & leadership of world class clinicians working along side you in your community.Description of Responsibilities:Working in the home environment you are responsible for the delivery of quality patient care according to the patient's individual physician orders. Your care may involve assessments, medication administration, administering prescribed treatments and therapies, care planning, communication with other members of the patients' multi-disciplinary team, supply management, emergency management, coordination of care, health promotion and teaching and training family members. Required Skills:To be considered for employment by PSA Healthcare for this Opportunity, you must be able to meet the following requirements, with or without accommodation.Proof of eligibility to work in the United States Current and unrestricted LPN or RN license to practice in the state for which you are applying Current CPR certification Current Continuing Education if required by state Diploma, Associate or Bachelor degree in nursing from state accredited LPN or RN program Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with nursing care and policies and procedures Good organizational and communication skills Physical Requirements:Frequent lifting and repositioning of patients Repeated or prolonged standing, bending, kneeling, twisting and occasional climbing of stairs Acute sense of sight and hearing (corrected or uncorrected) and strong sense of touch, smell and taste Agility and strength sufficient to handle patients and equipment without assistance Must be able to appropriately respond physically and psychologically to emergency situations in the home or during transport Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other health conditionsPSA Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.*

Job Title: LPN - Assisted Living - Atlanta Company: Belmont Village Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Belmont Village at Buckhead LPN - Assisted Living - Atlanta Full-time & Part-time positions available (1st and 2nd shift, weekends included). GREAT OPPORTUNITY for LPN with experience working in geriatric, dementia or Alzheimer’s programs. Position requires current GA LPN license. Our beautiful community located in the Buckhead Neighborhood of Atlanta, GA has state-of-the-art programs for seniors. Our Dementia program was developed and is maintained with input from the University of Minnesota Alzheimer’s Research Program. RESPONSIBILITIES: Medication administration to residents Weekly Wellness Check according to resident care plan Oversee the direct resident care staff as shift lead Assist RN with physician orders and follow-up calls Belmont Village owns and operates Upscale Senior Living Apartment Communities NATIONWIDE. Our Communities are designed for seniors who need some assistance with daily activities. We provide living space, meals, housekeeping services, recreational/social activities and personal support to our residents. The only thing more beautiful than the surroundings at Belmont Village is the people with which you will work. COME FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, BECOME PART OF THE FAMILY. Our goal is to provide seniors with a way to lead happy, self-directed lives. We are seeking LOCAL APPLICANTS ONLY. Sorry, no relocation available. COME BE PART OF AN INNOVATIVE WINNING TEAM! Apply online through Monster.com Fax, call or apply in person: Belmont Village at Buckhead 5455 Glenridge Drive NE Atlanta, GA 30342 phone: Register to View fax: Register to View or apply online at: www.belmontvillagejobs.com For more information regarding Belmont Village, or for a virtual tour visit www.belmontvillage.com We Make Aging Better Belmont Village is an EOE/Drug Free work place. LEGAL NOTICE: Any disclosure or copying of the contents of this posting or any action taken (or not taken) in reliance on it is unauthorized and may be unlawful. Any artwork or copy attached to this posting remains the property of CRAgency, Inc. and may not be distributed, copied, or reproduced without the prior written consent of CRAgency, Inc.

Job Title: LPN - MED/TELE- FULL TIME - 7AM - 7PM Company: Tenet Health Location: Roswell, GA Description: To participate in the provision of nursing care, effectively and efficiently utilizes the Nursing Process under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, in accordance with policies and procedures of the hospital, and professional Standards of Care.