Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN )

Nurse Next Door; Virginia; On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fantastic benefits package

Paid mileage

24/7 support center

Job summary

Nurse Next Door is recruiting for compassionate in-home nursing positions in the Northern Virginia area. You will perform client assessments, administer medications, manage IV therapy under RN supervision, and provide wound care in clients’ homes across McLean, Falls Church, Reston, and surrounding VA communities.

We seek an LPN with 2–3 years of nursing experience, including IV and wound care, who is legally eligible to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Current USA, Virginia LPN license in good standing.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience; 1 year in home care preferred.
• Experience assisting with IV therapy and infusion care within LPN scope.
• Hands-on experience with Foley catheter insertion and care.
• Hands-on experience with NG/PEG tube care and wound care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and ongoing client assessments under RN supervision; monitor health status and report concerns.
• Provide nursing care including medication administration and basic IV care.
• Assist with establishing IV lines and IV infusion therapy where permitted.
• Provide wound care and manage Foley catheters, NG/PEG tubes as appropriate.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans with RN and Care Designer guidance.
• Assist clients with ADLs and support delegation of tasks to Health Care Aides.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

English language

Education

LPN license (Virginia)

Tools

EMR systems

IV therapy equipment

Wound care supplies

Job description

Start your career now by applying today. Or if you’d like to learn more about the benefits of working with us, just give us a call. We’d love to hear from you!

YOU LOVE COMING TO WORK. GROW AND DEVELOP WITH US, DOING WHAT YOU LOVE.

At Nurse Next Door, we believe that getting older doesn’t have to feel sad or helpless. Instead, aging should be celebrated. That’s what we call Happier Aging . We bring Happier Aging to everyone: ourselves, our team, our community and the world. Happier Aging starts with you.

Caregiving as a Career

We are redefining the home care industry and are a career destination in North America. We believe in Caregiving as a Career: a career that is respected, valued and offers personal professional growth opportunities.

Caregiving as a Career starts with our People Promise , entered in the belief that you can thrive at work and have fun along the way. This is what we are all about.

We form genuine relationships and support our team members to achieve their wildest dreams through leading with care, our Bold Kindness philosophy.

What We Offer:

• Nurse Next Door People Promise, you love coming to work
• $30.00 to $35.00 per hour
• Fantastic benefits package (30+ hours worked per week)
• 24/7 support center to assist with scheduling related questions
• 24/7 assistance related to client care
• In home care with private clients
• Paid mileage

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Conduct initial and ongoing client assessments under RN supervision, monitor vital signs and overall health, identify changes in condition, and promptly report concerns to the Supervising RN and physician.
  
• Provide nursing care, including medication administration, basic IV care, catheter care, and tube feeding support, in accordance with Virginia state regulations and the employee’s authorized scope of practice.
  
• Assist with establishing and maintaining IV lines and supporting IV infusion therapy under RN supervision, where permitted by applicable regulations and within the authorized scope of practice.
  
• Provide wound care, including wound assessment, cleaning, dressing changes, and infection prevention, and assist with the management of Foley catheters, NG tubes, and PEG tubes as permitted by the employee’s scope of practice.
  
• Assist in developing and implementing individualized care plans based on client needs, physician orders, and instructions provided by the Care Designer and Supervising RN.
  
• Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed and support the delegation of appropriate care tasks to Health Care Aides in accordance with applicable regulations and agency policies.
  
• Ensure client safety by following established care plans, using medical equipment properly, maintaining infection control practices, and delivering care in accordance with agency policies and professional standards.
  
• Educate clients and families on basic care needs, health maintenance, and appropriate care practices while providing compassionate, respectful, and high-quality service in accordance with Nurse Next Door Northern Virginia’s brand promise.
  
• Complete all clinical records and electronic medical record (EMR) documentation accurately, thoroughly, and promptly while practicing safely and competently within the limits of personal training, experience, knowledge, and professional scope of practice.
  
• Provide services throughout McLean, Falls Church, Reston, Oakton, and Vienna, Virginia.
  
• Work day, evening, or night shifts on weekdays and weekends as scheduled, with a maximum shift length of 12 hours.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience, with at least 1 year in home care or a related setting preferred.
  
• Experience assisting with IV therapy and knowledge of infusion care practices within the LPN scope of practice.
  
• Hands‑on experience with Foley catheter insertion and care.
  
• Hands‑on experience with NG tube and PEG tube care.
  
• Experience in wound care and dressing changes.
  
• Current USA, Virginia LPN license in good standing.
  
• Current TB screening and criminal background check.
  
• Valid BLS Certification (preferred).
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; additional languages are a plus.
  
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
  
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  Ability to commute to or relocate to McLean, VA.
  Location:
  Arlington, VA
  Reston, VA
  Annandale, VA
  McLean, VA
  Fairfax, VA
  Alexandria, VA
  Manassas, VA
  Woodbridge, VA
  Falls Church, VA

Nurse Next Door is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Our goal is to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of the communities where we work while creating an environment where every person can enjoy a successful career. This commitment applies to all candidates and employees.

Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made throughout the recruitment process and during employment.

start your career right

We pay you what you’re worth, and then some. We review compensation throughout the year to pay top of market so you are well taken care of for the contribution you make.

Training and Support Network

Hands‑on training, mentorship and continued access to online learning help set you up for success. We also provide mentoring to support the development of self‑led leaders.

Caregiving as a Career

We believe in Caregiving as a Career, and in providing both growth opportunities and a culture in which you thrive and love coming to work.

A Culture of Bold Kindness

At Nurse Next Door, we are kind and care about each other. We give 110% to everything we do. We’re not afraid to speak our mind or make mistakes. We believe everyone’s contribution matters.