Licensed Practical Nurse

Summary

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Assists physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and clinical team members in delivering safe, timely, and patient-centered nephrology care.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Degree or Certification for Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and 2 years clinical experience, or a combination of education and experience. Active LPN license in the state of North Carolina/South Carolina. Nephrology experience preferred. Current BLS or ACLS certification. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and EMR platforms. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional ethics. Interpersonal skills to collaborate with care teams and provide compassionate service. Ability to demonstrate and uphold ENA’s core values: Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Essential Functions

• Prepare patients for clinical evaluation, including chart review and initial assessment. (25%)
• Obtain and document vital signs, weight, allergies, and current medications in the EMR. (25%)
• Perform lab procedures within scope, including fingerstick HGB and stool card interpretation after certification. (25%)
• Educate patients and complete referrals as directed by the provider. (15%)
• Maintain accurate documentation of communication, interventions, and follow-up care in the EMR. (10%)

Physical Demands

• Hearing, visual acuity, depth perception, balancing, handling, and talking.
• Reaching, grabbing, holding – fine motor skills.
• Extended periods in a stationary or standing position.
• Repetitive motion such as entering data into computer-based programs.
• Lift or move up to twenty-five pounds.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a typical interior/office work environment. The noise level is usually moderate. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, talk, or hear.

Work Schedule

Monday- Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with a one-hour lunch. Slight modifications may be made to this schedule with approval from manager.

Accessibility Statement

To request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please see our Accessibility Statement or contact Human Resources at hr@easternnephrology.com or 252-864-2049.