Lifepoint Health·Hickory, North Carolina
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, including collecting data for assessments and implementing nursing care plans. They are responsible for administering medications, documenting observations, and coordinating patient care activities such as admissions and discharges.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health
Fulltime: Nights
Schedule: 3 12 hour shifts
7p-7a
Your experience matters
Frye Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care to patients in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
How you’ll contribute
Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN
Essential Functions 1.
Makes and documents nursing observations.
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Provides input into development and maintenance of the nursing care plan.
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Implements assigned aspects of nursing care plan.
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Collaborates with RNs and Providers.
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Coordinates patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges with patient care, service and business office personnel, as requested by RNs.
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Administers medications, treatment and therapies per scope of practice.
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Communicates with patients.
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Provides patient and/or family with instruction and education relevant to their condition, as delegated and supervised by RN.
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Set up, utilizes and/or maintains equipment, supplies and work area.
Non-Essential Functions 1.
Assists in the orientation of new employees 2.
Participates in performance/process improvement activities.
Non-Essential Functions Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Frye Regional Medical Center is a 355-bed hospital offering acute care hospital, home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Heart Center, Cancer Center, Emergency Services, General and Vascular Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Weight Loss, Women's Birthing Center and Inpatient Rehabilitation that has been offering exceptional care to the Hickory NC community since 1911. We are proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a High Performing Hospital.
What we’re looking for
Minimum Education High school diploma or equivalent required
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Licenses: Current LPN license in state of NC
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must hold a current LPN license in the state of North Carolina and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The role requires Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, strong critical thinking skills, and the ability to work effectively in a stressful environment.
Market context
North Carolina nursing jobs often reflect steady demand in hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings, especially for RNs who can provide age-appropriate care across patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an approved nursing-school graduate with a current North Carolina RN or Compact License and active AHA BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license status and BLS renewal before applying.