Licensed Practical Nurse, Ambulatory

UVA Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 65,904,000 - 98,485,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

UVA Health Medical Group seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in an ambulatory setting under supervision. The role emphasizes education and reinforcement of care plans, with activities across multiple age groups.

Requirements include a high school diploma, graduation from an approved practical nursing program, Virginia LPN licensure, and BLS. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, with duties including patient teaching and documentation in the EHR.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Virginia LPN licensure prior to onboarding.
• BLS certification required; ability to pass role-specific skills validation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in ambulatory setting under physician supervision.
• Reinforce care plans and patient education.
• Record and relay patient information to the medical team; document in EHR.
• Administer tasks, treatments, and medications per competencies.

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program

Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in Virginia

AHA Healthcare Provider BLS

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Group

Job Code: LP1275

$5,000 Sign on Bonus!

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

This role requires a commitment to UVA Health's ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity, ensuring high standards of patient care and collaborative work environment.

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans, and providing general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction and supervision of the patient’s physician or licensed medical practitioner or designee in accordance with policy and procedure and competency to promote patient health and wellness.

This position requires providing services to all age populations in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individuals served.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program required. Completion of a nursing program as approved by the State Board of Nursing.

Experience:

Minimum of 1year of nursing experience preferred..

Licensure:

Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

AHA Healthcare Provider BLS required. Ability to successfully complete general and department role based specific skills validation and competency testing.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: NA

• Patient Care:Responsible for practicing safely within the defined standards of practice.
  • Records and relays patient information, symptoms, and concerns to the patient’s medical provider or registered nurse for further triage assessment and to determine a plan of care
  • Assist patients with therapeutic regimens
  • Reinforces established plans of care and age-appropriate interventions
  • Reinforces patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient through approved educational materials or written instructions
  • Administer tasks, treatments, and medications in accordance with validated competencies
• Communication:Communicates effectively and professionally with all members of the interdisciplinary team, patients, medical providers and all levels of healthcare.
  • Conveys information accurately to physicians, nurses, and other team members, as well as listen and respond to the needs and concerns of patients and colleagues
  • Utilizes appropriate communication tools when communicating within the interdisciplinary team
  • Documents patient information in EHR.
• Teamwork:Willing to share responsibilities, support their teammates, and work together to achieve common goals.
  • Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
  • Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care. Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.
• Nursing Practice:Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia
  • Engages in professional development activities to stay current with advancements and best practices in ambulatory care.
  • Possesses clinical knowledge and skills to meet standards as required by specific clinical areas
  • Contributes to the development of practice guiding resources (policies, procedures, guidelines, protocol orders, etc.)

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

On call responsibilities as directed: Yes

Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: No

The base compensation range for this role is $23.00 - $34.37 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 6743
• Locations 8644 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA, 20110, US
• Business Unit UVA Health Medical Group