Attention future LPNs — St. Joseph’s Hospital is now interviewing students graduating in December 2021

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November 19, 2021

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For more than 120 years, the Elkins hospital now known as Davis Medical Center has been where the Potomac Highlands turns for care. Today that includes expert kidney care close to home — sparing many patients a drive out of the region. Read more →

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For more than 100 years, St. Joseph’s Hospital has served the healthcare needs of the residents of central West Virginia. Now, the hospital is looking to recruit the next generation of nurses.

St. Joseph’s Hospital is currently interviewing practical nursing students graduating in December 2021. Beautiful, small-town Buckhannon is a great place to start your future career.

Call today for an interview: 304-473-2112.

St. Joseph’s Hospital is located in the gently rolling mountains of central West Virginia. The hospital embraces its mission of providing holistic care encompassing a person’s physical, emotional, social and spiritual well-being.

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