Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Kennesaw State Student Health Clinic

Licensed Practical Nurse

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

The Specialty Licensed Practical Nurse functions under the direction of the Physician, Nurse Supervisor and Practice Manager. The LPN recognizes the patient's needs and symptoms in advance and provides care for the patient under the physician's direction. This includes preparing patients for exams, assisting during treatments, coordination of tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in medical record.

The LPN provides patient education and demonstrates competency and skills to serve the student patient population of the student health clinic of Kennesaw University.

Required Minimum Education:

• Practical or Vocational Nursing Diploma

Required Minimum Licensure/Certification:

• Current/active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
• Must have a current BLS card from the American Heart Association prior to hire date.

Required Minimum Skills:

• Experience with Point-of-Care Testing
• Strong Phlebotomy Skills are needed due to nature of this job.