Licensed Practical Nurse (j Iverson Riddle Developmental Center)

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Morganton, North Carolina, US
Base: $41,407.00 - $62,111.00; bonus/equity: $4,00...
Onsite (1st shift, monday - friday, with every other weekend)
Administer medications and treatments
Perform nursing procedures and techniques
Document nursing procedures and techniques
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, NC. The LPN will provide practical nursing care for residents under the supervision of an RN, with responsibilities including medication administration and health assessments

Job Summary

  • The Licensed Practical Nurse provides routine practical nursing work in the care and treatment of residents, under supervision of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Supervisor.
  • Selected candidates must successfully complete the DHHS medication exam and have the ability to independently administer medications & treatments in a timely, accurate manner following the 6 rights.
  • A Sign-on bonus of $4,000 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on the 2025-2026 Budget Approval.

Matching Summary

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The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center in Morganton, NC. The LPN will provide practical nursing care for residents under the supervision of an RN, with responsibilities including medication administration and health assessments.

Salary

Base: $41,407.00 - $62,111.00; Bonus/Equity: $4,000 sign-on bonus (contingent on budget approval); Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Administer medications and treatments
  • Perform nursing procedures and techniques
  • Document nursing procedures and techniques
  • Participate in nursing assessments
  • Care and treatment of residents

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of nursing principles
  • Hospital experience preferred
  • Long-term care experience preferred

Key Requirements

  • Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in North Carolina
  • CPR certification
  • NCVIF certification

Work Rights

Not specified

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