Compassionate LPN: Team-Based Patient Care & Education

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide patient care under RN supervision. The role includes medication administration, education reinforcement, and collaboration with the nursing team to adjust care plans.

The position requires Virginia LPN licensure, BLS CPR certification, and may require CPI within 90 days for Snowden/Fredericksburg staff. Strong physical ability and multitasking are needed to support quality patient care.

Qualifications

• LPN license in the State of Virginia.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Two years experience in nursing preferred.
• Must meet the physical qualifications of the job.
• For LPNs working at Snowden at Fredericksburg - CPI is required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, not to include initial shift assessments.
• Notify supervising RN of any change in patient condition in the course of providing delegated interventions at the time the change in patient condition is noted.
• Provide reinforcement to the education given to the patient, family, and/or significant other, to include discharge instructions.
• May not provide initial patient education.
• Administer medications as approved per MWHC policy and provide treatment interventions within the scope of practice as defined within the facility LPN CBOT as delegated by the supervising RN.
• Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care provided.
• Collaborate with the RN in implementation, evaluation and modification of patient care plan based on collected data.
• Collaborate with the health care team to participate in coordination of services and contribute to the continuous Performance Improvement process.
• Maintain own Competency Notebook. Participates in educational programs and clinical experience to further enhance their nursing practice.
• Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care.
• Follow policies and procedures of the specific unit and the Department of Nursing and supports the hospital and department mission, goals and objectives.
• Maintain ongoing requirements for education and licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN license VA

BLS CPR

Multi-tasking

Communication

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide patient care under RN supervision. The role includes medication administration, education reinforcement, and collaboration with the nursing team to adjust care plans.

The position requires Virginia LPN licensure, BLS CPR certification, and may require CPI within 90 days for Snowden/Fredericksburg staff. Strong physical ability and multitasking are needed to support quality patient care.