Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company : wellpath
Location : Castle Hayne, NC, 28429
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
You Matter
• Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved• Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture• Excellent career growth opportunities
Join us and find a career that supports:• Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients• Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging• Autonomy in a warm team environment• Growth and training
Perks and Benefits In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including: • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it! • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching• Company paid life insurance• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)• Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans
*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.
Why Us
Now is your moment to make a difference in the lives of the underserved.
If there is one unifying characteristic of everyone on our team, it is the deep desire to make a difference by helping society's most vulnerable and often overlooked individuals. Every day we have the distinct honor and responsibility to show up with non-judgmental compassion to provide hope and healing to those who need it most. For those whose calling it is to serve others, now is your moment to join our mission to provide quality care to every patient with compassion, collaboration, and innovation, to live our mantra to “Always Do The Right Thing!”, and to collectively do our part to heal the world, one patient at a time.
Wellpath sees hundreds of thousands of unique individuals in their facilities month over month and a very large percent of those individuals receive direct clinical care, which includes lives saved by Narcan.
We offer ongoing training and development opportunities for licensed and unlicensed healthcare team members, and have best in class clinical resources for training, education, and point of care support.
How you make a difference
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a vital role in patient care by contributing to the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Working under the supervision of RN(s), the LPN provides direction and guidance in patient education and activities that align with their education and demonstrated competencies.
Key Responsibilities
- Under RN supervision, assesses patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
- Implements treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administering medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and performing diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
- Collaborates in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
- Assists in medical or minor surgical procedures, implements nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and documents nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
- Attends mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high-quality patient care.
Qualifications & Requirements
Education
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
Experience
- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience
Licenses/Certifications
- Have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.
We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.
Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.
We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.
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Frequently asked questions
In Castle Hayne, an LPN must adapt to diverse patient needs, often delivering care to underserved populations. Their role involves detailed assessments and close RN collaboration, ensuring treatments align with local health challenges and facility protocols, especially in community-focused environments like wellpath.
LPNs in North Carolina primarily provide foundational nursing care under RN supervision, focusing on medication administration and patient monitoring. Unlike RNs, LPNs have a more defined scope, but their role is vital for supporting health units, especially within correctional and outpatient clinics common in the state.
Yes, maintaining an active LPN license valid in North Carolina is mandatory. Additionally, CPR certification is required. Wellpath values continuous professional development, so acquiring specialized certifications like IV therapy or correctional nursing can enhance your qualifications.
Wellpath offers structured growth pathways emphasizing clinical skill enhancement and leadership opportunities. LPNs can access ongoing training, including nurse residency and specialty programs, fostering development toward roles such as RN or specialized nursing fields within the company's supportive, mission-driven culture.
Wellpath cultivates a people-first environment prioritizing compassion and collaboration. LPNs benefit from autonomy balanced with team support, continuous education, and a focus on serving vulnerable populations, making daily responsibilities meaningful and aligned with personal and professional values.
Licensed Practical Nurses in Castle Hayne generally earn between $45,000 and $55,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Facilities like wellpath may offer competitive compensation packages complemented by benefits such as tuition assistance and wellness programs.
The LPN job market in Castle Hayne is moderately competitive, with steady demand fueled by regional healthcare needs. Candidates with certifications, clinical experience, and alignment with community care values, such as those emphasized by wellpath, tend to have an advantage.
Wellpath's mission to serve underserved and vulnerable populations places LPNs at the frontline of compassionate care. Licensed Practical Nurses contribute directly by implementing treatment plans and supporting patient education, embodying the organization's commitment to dignity and healing.
Wellpath provides perks like daily pay options, tuition assistance, free counseling through their employee assistance program, and wellness initiatives including fitness memberships. These benefits reflect a holistic approach to employee wellbeing uncommon in many traditional healthcare settings.