Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN - Inpatient, FT, Night

Mary Washington Healthcare; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual flu vaccine

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide delegated patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes quality patient service, collaboration with the health care team, and adherence to facility policies.

The ideal candidate holds a Virginia LPN license, has BLS CPR, and preferably two years of nursing experience. The position is on-site with standard hospital hours and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse license in Virginia.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Two years nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated nursing interventions under RN supervision.
• Notify supervising RN of changes in patient condition.
• Provide reinforcement of education to patient and family; discharge instructions.
• May not provide initial patient education.
• Administer medications per policy and delegated plan.
• Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care.
• Collaborate with RN and health care team to adjust care plans.
• Maintain Competency Notebook and participate in educational programs.
• Interact with patients and families to ensure quality care.
• Follow unit and nursing department policies.
• Maintain ongoing education/licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN license

BLS CPR

Nursing experience

Job description

Job Summary

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team. This position must demonstrate a commitment of quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers. This position is accountable to provide patient care responsibilities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

• Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, not to include initial shift assessments.
• Notify supervising RN of any change in patient condition in the course of providing delegated interventions at the time the change in patient condition is noted.
• Provide reinforcement to the education given to the patient, family, and/or significant other, to include discharge instructions.
• May not provide initial patient education.
• Administer medications as approved per MWHC policy and provide treatment interventions within the scope of practice as defined within the facility LPN CBOT as delegated by the supervising RN.
• Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care provided.
• Collaborate with the RN in implementation, evaluation and modification of patient care plan based on collected data.
• Collaborate with the health care team to participate in coordination of services and contribute to the continuous Performance Improvement process.
• Maintain own Competency Notebook.
• Participates in educational programs and clinical experience to further enhance their nursing practice.
• Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care.
• Follow policies and procedures of the specific unit and the Department of Nursing and supports the hospital and department mission, goals and objectives.
• Maintain ongoing requirements for education and licensure.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• LPN license in the State of Virginia.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• Two years experience in nursing preferred.
• Must meet the physical qualifications of the job.

MWHC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status (EOE).

We are also committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices and comply with all applicable pay transparency and pay equity laws.

Required Physical Requirements

• Constant (67-100% of workday) walking, standing, use of arms and hands
• Frequent (34-66% of workday) bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Ability to push and pull 20 lbs.Auditory and visual skills to include color determination
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Ability to reach above/overhead.

Mental Requirements

Possesses critical thinking and analytical skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Capacity to cope with difficult situations. Ability to tolerate irregular hours including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Environmental Requirements and Exposure Hazards

Potential risk of exposure to radiation and toxic chemicals. Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens; must be able to wear appropriate personal protective equipment. *Clinical positions in Mary Washington Home Health and/or Hospice must also meet driving requirements.

Policy on Accommodations

It is the policy of Mary Washington Healthcare to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability who are applicants for employment or Associates.

Compensation

Pay Range: $29.43 - $41.20

Benefits

• Annual flu vaccine

About Mary Washington Healthcare

Working at Mary Washington Healthcare Whether you are a new grad, experienced clinical professional or wanting to begin a career in healthcare, there is no better place than Mary Washington Healthcare. As a Great Place to Work-Certified company we treat our Associates like family - with respect, understanding, and communication. Safety is our top priority As a healthcare system, patient and Associate safety is our priority which is why all Associates will be required to take the following vaccines: Annual flu vaccine MWHC reserves the right to amend this list at any time. Medical and Religious exemptions may apply. Will be discussed at interview.