Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN

Warwick Forest; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Newport News, Virginia is seeking an LPN to support nursing care under supervision and ensure resident safety and comfort. The role includes medication administration, care planning, and supervising CNAs to deliver high-quality resident care.

Experience in long-term care is preferred. VA LPN license required upon hire; CPR/BLS certification within 30 days is required. Weekend and irregular shifts are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• LPN license in Virginia required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of start date.
• Weekend and irregular shifts required.
• Long-Term Care/Senior Living experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders.
• Support resident choices while ensuring safety and dignity.
• Supervise non-professional staff to maintain care quality.
• Contribute to individual service plans and document condition changes.

Job description

Newport News, VirginiaHiring Range$29.50 - $39.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needsOverviewWorks 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) participates in the planning and implementation of nursing care and provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.What you will doMedications 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.Contributes to the development, maintenance, or modifications to the individual service plans. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to nursing practice standards. Demonstrates consistent follow through for positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.QualificationsExperienceLess than 1 year 6 Months LPN Nursing Experience in a Long-Term Care/Senior Living Facility (Required)1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Preferred)Licenses and CertificationsLicensed 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)Other RequirementsWeekend ShiftsIrregular ShiftsTo learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.