Licensed Practical Nurse

Chesterfield County; Chesterfield Court House (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for their Employee Medical Center. Responsibilities include observing and reporting patient conditions, assisting during examinations, and administering prescribed treatments. The ideal candidate must be a graduate from an accredited nursing school with two years of experience and a current Virginia license. This role requires strong customer service skills, professionalism, and the ability to manage confidential information. Pre-employment checks are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a licensed practical nurse or equivalent training and experience.
• Current licensed to practice in Virginia.
• Ability to lift, carry, transfer, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Observe, record, and report patient symptoms and changes.
• Assist physicians and nurse practitioners during examinations.
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Perform phlebotomy and assist with health assessments.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Strong customer service skills

Occupational medicine experience

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Employee Medical Center

Under general supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in a variety of practical nursing functions; performs work as required. Examples of work include observing, recording and reporting symptoms, reactions and changes in patient condition; assisting physician and nurse practitioners during patient examinations; preparing and administering prescribed medications, treatments and therapies; stocking and maintaining inventory on medications and medical supplies; phlebotomy for laboratory testing; and assisting with health assessments, screenings and testing for COVID-19, influenza, and strep A. Ancillary testing includes audiometry, spirometry, vision testing, ECG, and tuberculosis screenings. Urine drug screening and breath alcohol testing are also performed. Perform other work as required.

Shift: Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing; two years of experience as a licensed practical nurse; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Physically able to lift, carry, transfer, bend, stoop, and be on feet for extended periods. Position requires basic computer skills necessary to navigate and document notes in the electronic health record system. Professionalism and the ability to protect confidentiality required. Strong customer service skills required. Occupational medicine experience is preferred. Pre‑employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required. This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

Chesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, a