Licensed Practical Nurse

Sentara Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k/403B with Employer Match

Sign-on bonus up to $8,000

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Health in Newport News, VA is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) for a full-time daytime role. You will provide basic nursing care under supervision, support RNs and physicians, and assist with tests, medications, and care plans while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

The position requires an LPN license in Virginia, BLS within 90 days, and clinical experience preferred. A comprehensive benefits package, sign-on bonus up to $8,000, and a collaborative team environment are

Qualifications

• LPN license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days from hire.
• Clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision of RN or LIP.
• Support nurses and physicians to deliver patient care.
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions per plan.

Skills

Teamwork

Compassionate care

Attention to detail

Education

LPN license

BLS certification

Job description

City/State

Newport News, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Schedule

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• No nights or holidays
• Epic experience highly preferred

Job Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN must be detail-oriented, compassionate, and able to handle physically demanding tasks. The LPN is an essential member of the healthcare team offering patient care and supporting higher level nurse and physicians in delivering comprehensive medical services.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site-specific program. The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice. LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire. A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.

You will find that teamwork is exceptional, with everyone working together to ensure the best care for our patients.

Eligible candidates may receive up to an $8,000 sign-on bonus!

Education

• LPN license required

Certification & Licensure

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Single State – Nursing License – Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days from hire

Experience

• Clinical experience preferred

Compensation

The base pay range for full-time employment is $28.57 - $43.04 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Equal Opportunity

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

Remote Work Availability

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

• Alabama
• Delaware
• Florida
• Georgia
• Idaho
• Indiana
• Kansas
• Louisiana
• Maine
• Maryland
• Minnesota
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• North Carolina
• North Dakota
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• South Dakota
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Utah
• Virginia
• Washington
• West Virginia
• Wisconsin
• Wyoming

Company Mission

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.