Licensed Practical Nurse: Ambulatory Floater

UVA Health — Northern Virginia and Culpeper; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UVA Health Northern Virginia and Culpeper is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse: Ambulatory Floater to provide patient care and support within a collaborative healthcare team. This role involves assessment, communication, and teamwork to enhance patient experiences and outcomes. A competitive salary with a $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered, along with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in area of specialty preferred.
• Current LPN licensure in applicable state required.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, evaluation, and management of patients.
• Communicates information to others responsible for or involved in the care of the patient.
• Participates as part of the interdisciplinary care team in planning individualized care.

Skills

Computer skills

Phone call etiquette

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse: Ambulatory Floater

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About Us

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse Floater

Job Code: LP1280

$5,000 Sign on Bonus!

About Us

We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.

As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Nonexempt

Supervises Positions: No

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse serves as a member of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with other team members to provide care that promotes optimal health. The Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the care of the patient during their health journey. The Licensed Practical Nurse accepts accountability for provision of care, as part of the RN led team, in accordance with the current policies and procedures.

Patient Care: Provides assessment, evaluation, and management of patients.

• Participates in the collection of patient data as needed.
• Determines nursing care needs through recognition of relationships between data gathered and a patient's health status and treatment regimen.
• Identifies relevant resources based on necessity and availability.
  
  

Communication: Communicates information to others responsible for or involved in the care of the patient.

• Participates in dialogue with the patient/chosen support system to identify the individualized care plan.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate communication tools such as Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Question (SBARQ) when communicating within the interdisciplinary team and when handing off patient care.
• Documents appropriate information in a timely manner.
  
  

Teamwork: Participates as part of the interdisciplinary care team in planning individualized care.

• Collaborates with the registered nurse to consider ongoing modification of care plan based on patient’s needs, capabilities, and condition.
  
  

Medical Knowledge: Demonstrates core knowledge of biomedical and clinical sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care.

• Identifies nursing interventions and goals for the patient and reviews goals with the registered nurse.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvement, evidence-based practice, and research.
• Engages in self-reflection and develops personal goals to enhance knowledge, obtain professional certification, or pursue academic degree.
• Integrates gained knowledge into practice.
  
  

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

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or GED required. Graduate of accredited practical nursing program.

Experience: 1 year of experience in area of specialty preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure: Current LPN licensure in applicable state required. BLS required.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Computer skills, phone call etiquette, organizational skills.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: 20A, Nursing

Work Function/Activity: 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 Health Northern VA & Culpeper.

Other

• May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
• On call responsibilities as directed: No
• Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: No

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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