Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN

Advocate Aurora Health

. Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and documenting or updating pertinent health information .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeDenver • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $24 - $36 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in patient care, including vital sign assessment, laboratory procedures, and medication administration. Capable of effective communication with healthcare teams and patients while adhering to infection control and safety protocols.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPatient Care and EducationLaboratory Procedures and Specimen CollectionElectronic Medical Records Systems

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Hard Skills

Vital Sign AssessmentMedication AdministrationIV TherapySuture and Staple RemovalPhlebotomyEKGSpirometryCatheterizationComplex Wound CareAseptic Technique

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsInterpersonal SkillsPrioritization Skills

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Medical Records SystemsWindows Operating SystemMedical Equipment Operation

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Infection Control GuidelinesPatient-Centered CareHealthcare Team CommunicationQuality Improvement ActivitiesAseptic Technique

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and room patients for examinations by obtaining vital signs and documenting or updating pertinent health information
Perform laboratory procedures, including strep tests, wound cultures, and specimen collection, using aseptic technique and infection-control guidelines
Assist physicians/providers with procedures and surgeries, including pelvic exams, allergy scratch testing, EMG, cautery, and colposcopy
Administer medications under physician/provider orders, including immunizations, antibiotics, pain medications, vitamins, topical agents, and insulin
Initiate, maintain, and discontinue IV therapy within scope and administer selected fluids with premixed medications
Provide basic patient education on procedures, treatments, skills, and self-care
Follow through on procedure or test requests, prescription refills, appointments, and referrals
Refer questions to registered nurses and physicians/providers according to scope-of-practice guidelines and relay information to patients
Communicate with physicians and healthcare team members regarding patient conditions
Document and communicate accurate, timely patient information
Perform advanced clinical tasks, including suture and staple removal, catheterization, audiograms, phlebotomy, EKGs, spirometry, Holter monitor application, casting, and complex wound care
Organize and prepare exam rooms, laboratories, and work areas; clean, stock, order supplies, and maintain equipment
Perform patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting and pushing/pulling
Complete routine maintenance and quality monitoring of clinic equipment and instruments
Participate in patient-centered initiatives, care management, performance, and quality-improvement activities
Provide age-appropriate care based on patient status and developmental needs
Perform other related duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA), to be obtained within 45 days unless determined unnecessary by the department leader
Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing
No experience required
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
Proficient computer skills, including keyboarding, Windows operating system navigation, electronic mail, and exposure to electronic medical records systems
Ability to perform required physical activities, including lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs over the head
Ability to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance
Ability to push/pull with 30 lbs of force
Ability to perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch with fine-hand manipulation skills
Ability to operate all equipment essential to perform the job
Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment as needed

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Adoption assistance
Paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match
Other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay based on job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance