Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine

northside· Acute Medicine Unit
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📍 Atlanta, GA, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, in accordance with the philosophy, policies and procedures of Northside Hospital.  LPNs participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area. 

 

According to the National Association of Practical & Licensed Vocational Nurses (NALPN), “Practical Nurses/Licensed Vocational Nurses are a specialized field who represent the entry into the nursing practice profession”. LPNs practice in diverse clinical settings that include different healthcare professionals who work collaboratively as a team. This collaborative team works to “improve a patient’s function and to protect the health and safety of the patients”. LPNs are part of the Licensed Practical Nurse – Nursing Excellence Track Program (L-NEXT) at Northside Hospital and have the opportunity for career advancement opportunities through expansion of knowledge, expertise through both academic/continuing education, and specialty certification.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

 

  • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
  • Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.
  • Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

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    KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

     

  • One (1) year of experience as an LPN.
  • Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications may be preferred in specific units.
  • Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.

    • Work Hours:

    7AM-7:30PM

    Weekend Requirements:

    Yes- Rotating Basis

    On-Call Requirements:

    No

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    Is the Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine role at northside full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine role in the Acute Medicine Unit department at northside.
    Which team or department does the Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine at northside belong to?
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    When was the Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine job at northside posted?
    This Licensed Practical Nurse, Acute Medicine position at northside was posted on Jun 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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