Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Rehabilitation

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Full Time - Day Shift
Schedule: 3x12 (7a-7p), rotating weekends

Sign-On Bonus: $7,500

Your experience matters

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute is part of Lifepoint Health, 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 are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Our 61,000-square-foot rehabilitation hospital includes 40 private patient rooms, a designated brain injury and stroke recovery unit, a large therapy suite, and advanced rehabilitation technology. We provide intensive nursing, physical, occupational, and speech therapy services for adults recovering from stroke, neurological conditions, brain or spinal cord injuries, and other debilitating illnesses.

You will be part of a collaborative team committed to helping patients regain strength, independence, and quality of life.

How you'll contribute

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who excels in this role:

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Assists with patient assessments and contributes to care planning
• Administers treatments and medications according to scope of practice
• Supports interdisciplinary care interventions focused on rehabilitation progress
• Documents patient information accurately and in a timely manner
• Provides care appropriate to the age and condition of the patient
• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and patient advocacy

Why join us

We believe that caring for our team is the first step in providing exceptional patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position includes:

Comprehensive Benefits
Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO
Life insurance, disability plans, paid family leave, and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth
Tuition and certification reimbursement, student loan assistance, and a 401(k) with company match.

Well-Being and Work-Life Support
Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including fitness, virtual care, counseling, and employee discount programs.

Professional Development
Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance within Lifepoint Rehabilitation and Lifepoint Health.

What we're looking for

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nursing program
• Current state licensure as an LPN/LVN
• BLS/CPR certification required
• IV Certification preferred or obtained within 6 months
• Minimum 6 months of acute care or rehab experience preferred (new grads welcome to apply)

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact DK Lyons You may also reach me directly at (629) 257-5693 or via email at dk.lyons@lifepointhealth.net. For text communication, please use my text-only line at (615) 985-6774. You can also schedule a 1:1 by booking a Meeting with me

More about Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute is a 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital providing high-quality, patient-centered care to the Gainesville community. Our team is dedicated to helping patients achieve meaningful recovery and return to the highest level of independence possible.

EEOC Statement

Northeast Georgia Rehabilitation Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to maintaining a workplace free of discrimination and harassment for all employees and applicants, including Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

About Us

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.

About the Team

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.

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