LPN - Cancer Center Breast/Gyn/Endo Durham, NC

Company: Duke Health
Location: Durham
Posted on: April 19, 2025

Job Description:

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. -About Duke University Hospital -Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States and is the number one hospital in North Carolina, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke University Hospital is the largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and features 1048 patient beds, 65 operating rooms, as well as comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Duke Nursing Highlights: -

• Duke University Health System is designated as a Magnet organization
• Nurses from each hospital are consistently recognized each year as North Carolina's Great 100 Nurses.
• Duke University Health System was awarded the American Board of Nursing Specialties Award for Nursing Certification Advocacy for being strong advocates of specialty nursing certification.
• Duke University Health System has 6000 + registered nurses
• Quality of Life: Living in the Triangle!
• Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility) - Occ Summary Assume responsibilities for direct nursing care of assigned patients Nursing. under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician in patient care area. Provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance withthe scope of the LPN as defined by the North Carolina Board of Work Performed Provide and document direct nursing care of assigned patients under the Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.activities. Assist in the development and implementation of general policies and Participate in maintaining the environment of care including equipment Evaluate nursing care with emphasis on nursing procedures and patient Assist physicians and other nursing personnel in the performance of Assist in the training of new employees. various diagnostic procedures. Assist with control of material resources and maintenance; assist in within the service. Participate in in-service education programs and other conferences supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Nursing care is guided by the physician orders and the nursing plan of care. Patient response to care is reported to a registered nurse for evaluation, intervention and modification of the plan of care. Assist other health care personnel in the delivery of patient care. responses; assist in the delivery of nursing care and selection of nursing priorities. procedures to provide for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients; participate in the formulation of new policies. and other material resources. Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and assists in performance improvement appraisal of effectiveness of material and equipment and report any equipment malfunctions to charge nurse. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of scope of licensed practical nurse, ability to delegate to Working knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene and basic health and Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are Working knowledge of proceduresand techniques involved in administering regulatory requirements. interventions. Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions nursing support staff. Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize routine and special treatments to patients. Considerable knowledge of the care and treatment of patients and special procedures that apply to practical nursing. Able to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively. healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership and others. Able to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care. information, treatment, and follow-up. designated by work area or organization. Able to use fine motor skills. Able to record activities, document Able to use computer and learn new software programs. Able to navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients. Able to withstand prolonged standing and walking. Able to remainfocused and organized. applicable to work performed. safety precautions applicable to work in a hospital. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Pre-employment Physical Capacity Testing Required Level Characteristics N/A Minimum Qualifications -Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed toproviding employment opportunity without regard to an indiv idual's age,color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identit y, geneticinformation, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orie ntation,or veteran status. -Duke aspires to create a c ommunity built on collaboration,innovation, creativity, and belonging. O ur collective success depends onthe robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the richdiversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, a nd experiences flourishes.To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of thecommunity feel secure andwelcome, that the contribut ions of allindividuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members ofour community have a responsibility to uphold these values. -Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University andDuke University Health System may include essential job f unctions thatrequire specific physical and/or mental abilities. Addition alinformation and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation wi llbe provided by each hiring department. -E ducationWork requires graduation from an approved or accredited Practical Nurseprogram.ExperienceNo experience requ ired.Degrees, Licensures, CertificationsCurrent State of North Carolina LPN licensure is required. - Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. - Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. - Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. -

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