Licensed Practical Nurse

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption & fertility reimbursement

Paid Time Off & Sick Leave

Parental & Family Caregiver Leave

Disability & Life Insurance

Job summary

Sentara Medical Group Surgery Specialists are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team in Norfolk, VA. The LPN works under the supervision of an RN or LIP to deliver direct patient care within a multi-disciplinary team, handling testing, medication administration, and patient education.

The role emphasizes compassionate care, adherence to state nursing standards, and collaboration with physicians, NPs, and PAs across hospital, clinic, or home settings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade school graduate- LPN license required.
• Active LPN license in state of practice required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or LIP supervision.
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs, and PAs.
• Advocate for patients and families.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Medical terminology

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Licensed Practical Nurse license

Job description

Overview

Offering a Sign-On Bonus Up to $8K for Qualified Candidates*

City/State

Norfolk, VA

Work Shift

First (Days)

Position Status

Full-Time, Days

Position Location

Norfolk, VA

Role Description

Sentara Medical Group Surgery Specialists are seeking to hire a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team!

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. The work of the LPN may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required
• Trade School Graduate-Licensed Practical Nurse required

Certification/Licensure

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 90 days of hire required
• Valid LPN license in state(s) of practice required

Experience

• Triaging, verifying medical information, caring for the patient's overall health, and working closely with the doctors and other team members preferred
• Experience in a hospital, home health, hospice, or our medical group preferred

Keywords

LPN, Practical Nurse, Pediatrics, Medical Group, Monster, Talroo-Nursing

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• 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
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• 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 Statement

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.

Mission and Environment

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

Remote Work

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, and Wyoming.