Licensed Practical Nurse

Persons in this position are required, at a minimum High school diploma or GED, and completion of an accredited LPN training program, such as courses provided through Medix, community colleges, and/or vocational schools. Must have current certification in CPR.

Certification as a LPN must be by an approved national examination agency.  Requires successful interpersonal and communication skills with patients, families, physicians, and other health care team members in order to foster optimal quality of outpatient care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) has duties and responsibilities related to consumer/patient/person served care within the Psychiatric Services provided by the agency. The individual displays responsible behaviors, communicates effectively to others and functions as a member of the psychiatric healthcare team. The LPN functions under the direct supervision and authority of the Physician/Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant when performing clinical tasks during patient care. The LPN reports to the Regional Director/Program Coordinator, who is responsible for administrative supervision, staff development, and orientation of the LPN to PRIDEIN NORTH CAROLINA, LLC. policies and procedures.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Referral program

Pride in North Carolina, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Pride in North Carolina, LLC (PRIDE) is committed to developing and promoting high quality residential and community services that provide nurturing, caring environments for adults and youth with special needs.This commitment is premised on the belief that all persons, regardless of the nature and extent of their disability, are capable of living, learning, and actively participating in their communities as productive and responsible citizens. Pride furthermore strives to maintain the dignity and worth of individuals and their families by acknowledging and respecting their needs, providing them with a support system, and working with them as equal partners. Within a spirit of collaboration and mutual respect, Pride emphasizes a partnership approach to service delivery, believing this is the most effective means of meeting the diverse treatment needs of the people we serve. Pride strives to serve as an innovative service delivery model to other public and private community agencies by actively enacting these values within the larger community.