LPN Oncology (Paulding Outpatient Infusion Center) FT-Days

About the role

At Wellstar, our mission is to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We value compassion, excellence, and every voice. Work Shift Day (United States of America). The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice, providing age‑appropriate care that meets physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs, coordinating high‑quality care, preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow‑up, recording treatment, and assisting with patient and family education. The role includes attending staff meetings, in‑services, special projects, continued education, and may serve as a preceptor for newly hired LPN colleagues. Local travel is required; float staff may float between Cobb Hospital HOD’s as needed, with all sites within 35 miles of Cobb Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: Assesses and assists with managing patients' total needs following physician orders with RN oversight; performs routine nursing procedures under RN supervision; meets productivity standards; demonstrates knowledge and skill in accessing/de‑accessing ports (flushing line, sterile technique); administers medication per WHS scope; seeks training/supervision as needed; may delegate tasks to unlicensed staff within scope; provides relationship‑based, patient‑centered care that is culturally sensitive and partners with patient/family to promote a safe environment focused on patient goals.
• Coordination of Services for Episode of Care: Coordinates care and services with RN and team; informs RN, physician, midlevel, or clinical supervisor of changes in patient condition; collaborates with RN to develop/revise individual plan of care based on patient need and physician order.
• Patient / Caregiver Education: Serves as patient educator to foster self‑care or caregiver support; utilizes teach‑back to ensure patient/caregiver understands self‑care.
• Communication and Documentation: Completes required documentation accurately within timeframe; applies regulatory guidelines; checks voicemail when working triage and returns patient calls; checks work email daily.
• Staff Education and Professional Development: Participates in orientation/education of new employees and nursing students; attends continuing education and in‑services as directed; remains current in clinical knowledge for oncology patient care; performs other duties as assigned; complies with Wellstar policies, standards, and code of conduct.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent.
• General or Other / Certificate in Nursing.
• Current LPN license (Licensed Practical Nurse).
• Current BLS certification (Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, American Red Cross BLS, or BLS‑Instructor).
• Previous healthcare experience preferred; experience in oncology, ambulatory, or outpatient setting preferred.

Skills

• Positive leadership and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong assessment and clinical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Computer proficiency required.
• Reliable transportation and a valid Georgia driver’s license.
• Scheduling flexibility.