Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gastroenterology Clinic - Days

VCU Health; South Hill (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for day shift coverage in Virginia. The role focuses on delivering age-appropriate nursing care, documenting care activities, and supporting a multidisciplinary plan.

Work hours are Monday through Friday with no weekend or night shifts. The ideal candidate has LPN licensure in Virginia (or eligibility), BLS certification, and experience in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing
• Virginia LPN licensure or eligibility required
• AHA BLS certification or equivalent
• Experience in acute care preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver age-specific direct patient care per medical orders
• Accurately document patient information and care activities
• Safely administer prescribed medications and monitor for interactions
• Follow physician/licensed orders and assist with plan of care

Skills

LPN experience

Patient care

Documentation

Team coordination

Education

Practical Nursing diploma (LPN)

Job description

Day Shift - Monday through Friday. No weekends or nights required

GI or peri-op/surgical experience preferred

The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level.

The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment; LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent Experience REQUIRED: Varies based on transitional duty assignment. Experience PREFERRED: Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based ontransitional duty assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Compensation Range

$24.00 - $37.50

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Days

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