Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Orthopedics - FT - Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare Incorporated; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role emphasizes delegated interventions, reassessments, and patient education reinforcement.

Responsibilities include documenting care, administering medications per policy, and collaborating with the RN and healthcare team to adjust the care plan and support discharge education.

Qualifications

• Virginia LPN license required (or active permit)
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required
• Two years nursing experience preferred
• Must meet physical qualifications of the job
• CPI within 90 days of hire for Snowden at Fredericksburg (LPNs)

Responsibilities

• Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, not initial shift assessments
• Notify supervising RN of any change in patient condition
• Provide reinforcement of patient education, including discharge instructions
• Administer medications as approved per policy and deliver nursing care under RN delegation
• Document data collected, medications administered, and nursing care provided
• Collaborate with the RN to implement/evaluate/update the patient care plan
• Participate in coordination of services and performance improvement
• Maintain competency notebook and pursue ongoing education and clinical experience
• Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care
• Follow unit and nursing department policies; support hospital mission and goals

Skills

Nursing experience

Critical thinking

Education

LPN license in Virginia

Job description

Job Summary

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.
• For LPNs working at Snowden at Fredericksburg - CPI is required within 90 days of hire.

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.

“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