Licensed Practical Nurse - The Ponce Center - FT Days
Atlanta, Georgia
Health system employer
LPN
Posted Sep 4
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- The Ponce Center
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Hospital
- Accepts
- LPN
- Unit
- The Ponce Center
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
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About this role
Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), under the supervision of the Professional Registered Nurse and/or the Physician, provides age-appropriate, culturally and ethnically sensitive care, maintains a safe environment, educates patients and their families, collects information, communicates effectively, and utilizes technology. Participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of the delivery of health care services and tasks. The role of the LPN also includes patient advocacy, teaching, performance improvement, and supervision of unlicensed personnel.
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Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
Current Georgia License as a Practical Nurse
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card required.
Bilingual, Spanish speaking preferred
Core Competencies These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.
- Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
- Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
- Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
- Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
- Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
- Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
- Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
- Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
- Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
- Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.
Grady Total Rewards At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.
Grady’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.
Why Join Grady? Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.
Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.
At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.
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Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.
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Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse required
- Current Georgia License as a Practical Nurse
- Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card required.
- Bilingual, Spanish speaking preferred
- Core Competencies
- These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.
- Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
- Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
- Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
- Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
- Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
- Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
- Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
- Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
- Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
- Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Family leave
- Employee assistance program
Place
- City
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Median rent
- $1,711/mo
- Local household income
- $85,652/yr
- Metro price level
- about the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Atlanta area index 100.1, where 100 is the national average.
Atlanta blends Southern hospitality with big-city energy, offering nurses a dynamic place to land. From the tree-lined streets of Buckhead to the vibrant pulse of Midtown, Georgia's capital delivers major hospital networks, diverse cuisine, and professional sports. Mild winters and a booming healthcare sector make it a compelling relocation choice.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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You walk into Grady as the nurse at the center of Atlanta’s largest public hospital-based system—a Level 1 Trauma Center with an ABA-verified adult Burn Center, the Marcus Stroke & Neuroscience Center, a Heart & Vascular Center, and a 24-hour…
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