Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN-A - Williamsburg,VA

Riverside Health System; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality nursing care in Williamsburg, Virginia. The role involves administering medications, supervising staff, and ensuring the comfort and safety of residents. Candidates must have at least one year of nursing experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse certification from Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments accurately.
• Supervise non-professional staff and assign duties.
• Contribute to individual service plans and document changes in condition.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Supervision

Documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Williamsburg, Virginia

PRN-a LPNs are required to work 4 shifts in a 4 week period, 2 of which must be weekends.

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) participates in the assessing, planning, implementation and evaluation 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 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.
• 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

Qualifications

Experience

• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Required)

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)

Other Requirements

• Weekend Shifts

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