Summer 2026 LPN Residency Program

Employment Type: Full – Time

Job Category: LPN

Shift: Nights

Facility: Northside Hospital Cherokee

Location: Canton, GA

Req ID: 2025-102715

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Job Details

Position Description

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) render direct patient care to an assigned group of patients, in accordance with the philosophy, policies and procedures of Northside Hospital. LPNs participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. LPNs work under the direction of the Registered Nurse in an assigned clinical area.

Position Requirements

REQUIRED

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Georgia.

• Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

PREFERRED

• Additional Life Support credential (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc.) or other clinical specialty certifications may be preferred in specific units.

• Visual color acuity depending on the role in specific units.

Service Area Overview

“Northside fosters a culture of mentorship and career growth for women. From the first day I started here twelve years ago, I have been exposed to an extremely inclusive and supportive environment where leadership is committed to opportunities for women at all levels in the organization.”

Fiona Nemetz, System Director of EVS, Emergency Management, Parking, Safety & Security

“Northside provides a diverse, challenging and meaningful environment for all the employees.”

Shahnaz Lakhani, Director of Employee Health and HR Operations

“I have been with GCS/NSH for 30 years. And one of my favorite things is the diverse group of people I get to work with and learn from. I have had so many opportunities to learn and grow at GCS/NSH and to build a career.”

Tracie Jackson, Training & Development Specialist, Georgia Cancer Care

“Northside Hospital is a great place to build a career. Leadership has always been supportive of balancing staffs’ desire to raise a family and build a career at the same time.”

Lynne Edwards, Director of Customer Relations

Awards & Recognitions

Excellence is what we do. We are committed to providing safe, high-quality, compassionate care for our patients. While also creating a culture where people feel appreciated, well cared for and supported in their work.

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