Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatric Urology - Days

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide comprehensive care in Richmond, Virginia. The position involves delivering age-specific care, administering medications, and supporting the healthcare team in achieving wellness. Candidates must hold a current LPN license in Virginia and a BLS certification. Experience in an acute care setting is preferred. This role includes working all shifts, weekends, and holidays, and requires strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Current LPN Licensure in Virginia is required.
• AHA BLS Certification or equivalent is required.
• Experience as a LPN in an acute care setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and document age-specific care.
• Safely administer prescribed medications.
• Provide direction and education to the healthcare team.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Communication

Leadership

Education

Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing

Job description

Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick. Our team is a family. We work together to give every child in our growing community a chance to heal, recover and celebrate their super powers. The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level. The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions."Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment; LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent Experience REQUIRED: Varies based on transitional duty assignment. Experience PREFERRED: Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.