Licensed Practical Nurse-Cancer Center-PRN

UVA Health; Culpeper (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Cancer Center team on a PRN basis. The role provides direct patient care in ambulatory settings under physician supervision, with focus on promoting patient health and wellness across age groups.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program, hold Virginia LPN licensure, and have BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program required.
• Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse in Virginia prior to onboarding.
• AHA Healthcare Provider BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Record and relay patient information, symptoms and concerns to the medical provider or RN for triage and care plan.
• Assist patients with therapeutic regimens.
• Reinforce established plans of care and age-appropriate interventions.
• Reinforce patient/family teaching based on health education needs.
• Administer tasks, treatments and medications per validated competencies.

Skills

Patient care

Patient education

LPN nursing

Medical documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of Accredited Practical Nursing Program

Tools

EHR software

BLS certification

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse-Cancer Center-PRN

Culpeper, VA, United States

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Group

Job Code: LP1275 PRN Days

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 i n 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 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 for this role is $28.13 hourly. Please note that the pay rate 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 6886
• Locations 501 Sunset Ln, Culpeper, VA, 22701, US
• Business Unit UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center
• Department CMC UVA Cancer Center PBC - 3612