Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - Nights - Neuro Surgical

Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Health Savings Account

On-campus dining discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Neuro Surgical Department on the third shift. The nurse will follow the RN's plan of care, document care, and provide patient teaching while coordinating with physicians and staff for safe, high-quality care.

Applicants must hold an LPN license and BLS certification (AHA Healthcare Provider); strong communication and composure under stress are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LPN Nursing License in Virginia or eligible to practice per state regulations.
• BLS Certification (AHA Healthcare Provider) required prior to orientation.
• Good understanding of patient growth and development and age-appropriate care.

Responsibilities

• Follow the plan of care assigned by the RN and document care provided.
• Provide, evaluate, and document patient teaching based on diagnosis and teaching plan.
• Consult with the RN when patient/family needs clarification; maintain timely documentation per policy.

Education

LPN Nursing License

BLS Certification (AHA Healthcare Provider)

Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) eligibility

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Department NEURO SURGICAL - 206031 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Third Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range $22.71 - $34.06

Job Description

This position requires a person with a positive attitude, who is pleasant and cooperative, displaying a professional demeanor with patients, families’ physicians and fellow employees. This position requires the ability to remain productive under stress. Demonstrates VHS Values behavior in all interactions. Following the plan of care assigned by the RN, assesses, identifies problems, implements, evaluates outcomes and documents the care provided. Provides, evaluates and documents patient teaching based on diagnosis and teaching plan. Consults with the RN if the patient/family exhibits a lack of understanding. Documentation is timely, reflects care given and meets policy and regulatory requirements including Core Measure documentation. Participates in educational activities to acquire knowledge and skills appropriate to practice area. Contributes to a supportive work environment. (TJC Standards) Contributes to a safe and healthy work environment (TJC Standards) Provides safe patient care by adhering to the NPSG.

Certification & Licensure

LPN Nursing License required. Based on primary state of residency and in accordance with current Virginia Board of Nursing Regulations, must be licensed or eligible to practice pending licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia with either a: Multi-State License, under the Nurse Licensure Compact OR Single-State License, Valid in Virginia Only. BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

Knowledgeable in the cognitive, physical, emotional, and chronological stages of human growth and development. Must be capable to assist the RN in the physical, psychological, and social age-appropriate assessment, care, and treatment of assigned patients. Must have a reliable means of phone communication with hospital.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands 20 A Nursing, Certified Nursing Assistants (C.N.A.), Patient Care Tech. FLSA Classification Non-exempt

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

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