Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-time Evenings or Days- Smithfield

Riverside Hospital; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, VA is seeking an LPN to support nursing care under supervision of a RN/manager. You will monitor residents, participate in planning and evaluation, and assist in supervising CNAs to ensure safety and quality care.

The job requires an LPN license in Virginia and CPR/BLS within 30 days. Prior nursing experience is preferred, and the role offers structured guidance and opportunities to contribute to patient comfort and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required.
• CPR/BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Nursing experience preferred (less than 1 year).

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders.
• Respect resident choices while ensuring safety, privacy, and dignity.
• Supervise non-professional staff (e.g., CNAs) to ensure quality resident care.
• Monitor residents, document changes, and communicate effectively with the team.
• Apply good judgment and nursing skills to support positive resident outcomes.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure

Job description

Smithfield, Virginia

Hiring Range

$28.90 - $39.78/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) monitors the resident, participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care. Provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.

What you will do

• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity.
• Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed.
• Participates in administering medications, treatments, monitoring and observation of resident care. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to standards of nursing practice. Demonstrates consistent follow through to promote positive resident outcomes.
• Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.

Qualifications

Experience

• Less than 1 year Nursing experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .