LPN-Oncology

2510 Cobb Hospital, Inc.·Cobb County, Georgia

Part TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 13 days ago

About the role

The LPN provides high-quality oncology care, including performing nursing procedures and managing patient needs under RN supervision. Responsibilities include coordinating services, educating patients and caregivers, and maintaining accurate medical records.

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. Work Shift Day (United States of America) Job Summary: The LPN works under the direction of the direction of a Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager and functions within the LPN Scope of Practice. Provides care for the patient. This includes age appropriate interventions that meet physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial and educational needs. The LPN is responsible for coordination and delivery of high-quality care. Includes preparing patient for exams, assisting during treatments, coordinating tests and follow-up care and recording treatment in medical record. Assists with patient and family education. They are responsible for attending and participating in staff meetings, in-services, special projects and continued education. Performs other duties as necessary. In this role they can serve as a preceptor for newly hired LPN colleagues. Local travel required. Float staff will be required to float between Cobb Hospital HOD's based on need. All sites are within 35 miles of Cobb Hospital. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: DIRECT PATIENT CARE
Assesses and assists with managing patients total needs following physician orders with RN oversight and utilization of nursing process
Performs routine nursing procedures to meet the need of the patient under the supervision of RN
Meets established productivity standards
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in accessing & de-accessing ports including flushing the line and sterile technique
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in medication administration as defined within scope for WHS
Seeks training, supervision or direction from leadership as needed
May delegate tasks to unlicensed staff, as appropriate and within their scope of practice.
Provides relationship-based patient centered care that is consistent with population specific characteristics (e.g. age, gender, disease, etc.) in a culturally sensitive manner.
Always partners with the patient, significant others and/or family (as appropriate) to promote a comfortable and safe environment for the delivery of care, making the patients goals the focus of the plan of care. COORDINATION OF SERVICES FOR EPISODE OF CARE
Coordinates care and services with RN and other team members
Informs RN, physician, midlevel and/or clinical supervisor or manager of changes in patients condition, as appropriate
Collaborates with RN to develop and revise individual plan of care based on patient need and physician order PATIENT / CAREGIVER EDUCATION
Serves as patient educator to foster self- care or caregiver support for the patient
Utilizes teach back to insure patient and/or caregiver understand self care COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION
Responsible for accurate completion of required documentation within established timeframe
Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate application of regulatory guidelines
Responsible for checking voice mail box when working as triage, returning patient phone calls and returning calls as appropriate
Responsible for checking work email daily STAFF EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Participates in the orientation and education of new employees and nursing students as appropriate
Responsible for attending continuing education and in-services as directed and needed
Accepts responsibility to remain current in clinical knowledge for the care of the oncology patient Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma General or GED General or Other / Certificate Nursing Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. LPN - Lic Practical Nurse BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor Additional License(s) and Certification(s): Required Minimum Experience: Previous healthcare experience Preferred and Experience in oncology, ambulatory, outpatient setting preferred Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Positive leadership, problem solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills. Strong assessment and clinical skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Computer skills required. Additionally, must have reliable transportation, a valid Georgia drivers license and scheduling flexibility. Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma, LPN license, and BLS certification. Previous healthcare experience is required, with a preference for experience in oncology or outpatient settings.

high school
professional certificate
Time Management
Communication Skills
Medication Administration
Problem Solving
Patient Assessment
Patient Education
Computer Skills
Clinical Documentation
Oncology Care
Port Accessing

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Location: Cobb County, Georgia
Posted: Jul 15, 2026
Application: Employer website

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