LPN / Internal Medicine
Company: Emory Health Care
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: July 11, 2025
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Job Description:
Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory
Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits,
valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for
all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to
reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We
provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student
Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused
benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and
leadership programs and more! 8am - 5pm / Full Time/ 40 Hours We
are seeking a capable Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN who has
acquired broad experience in caring for patients, and has developed
a sound understanding about the care of a particular patient
population. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and
indirect nursing care to patients and families in routine nursing
situations within the LPN scope of practice. Under the supervision
of a registered nurse or licensed provider, the LPN assists in
patient care, treatment, and comfort. This role is an integral part
of the healthcare team, ensuring quality care in alignment with
Emory Healthcare's patient and family-centered care standards.
Patient Care & Clinical Duties: Provide patient care based on an
individualized plan delegated by the Registered Nurse/Physician.
Monitor and document patient conditions, including vital signs,
wound care, drains, and lab values. Assist with medical procedures,
treatments, and medication administration as per scope of practice.
Collect and document patient data using specialized equipment as
needed (e.g., glucometer, pulse oximeter). Maintain a clean, safe,
and therapeutic environment following safety and infection control
protocols. Communication & Collaboration: Establish and maintain
communication with the healthcare team, patients, and families.
Inform the supervising Registered Nurse/Physician about patient
activities, observations, and changes in condition. Provide patient
and family education related to health conditions, treatment plans,
and home care. Documentation & Compliance: Ensure accurate and
confidential maintenance of patient medical records. Adhere to
universal precautions and patient safety standards in all
interactions. Follow Emory Healthcare's policies, procedures, and
regulatory requirements. Quality Improvement & Professional
Development Participate in quality improvement initiatives and
adhere to best practices in patient care. Conduct or assist with
in-service training and continuous learning opportunities. May
serve on sectional, departmental, or organizational committees as
needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education:High School Diploma or
GED required. Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing
Program. Experience: Previous experience preferred but not
required. Licensure: A valid, unencumbered license as a Practical
Nurse in the State of Georgia. Skills: Strong patient care,
communication, and documentation skills. Certifications: BLS
Preferred Qualifications: Experience: Previous nursing experience
preferred but not required. JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare
(EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive
academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia
with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11
hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425
provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in
2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with
more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different
subspecialties. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,
disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics
protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to
providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human
Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one
week's advance notice is preferred.
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