Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Urology -Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to integrate technical skills with patient-focused care. The role supports the health care team in preventing illness, maintaining wellness, and providing comfort, while beginning to assume leadership at the unit level.

The LPN delivers direct care per medical orders on an age-specific basis and documents accurately. Administration of prescribed medications is performed with attention to interactions and contraindications.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing.
• LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible licensure.
• Current LPN licensure in Virginia; AHA BLS Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and documents direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated plan of care.
• Administers prescribed medications and identifies incompatibilities/interactions.
• Assists health care team, provides direction and education, and may assume leadership at the unit level.

Education

LPN diploma

Job description

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:

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, change

Compensation Range

$24.00 - $37.50

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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