Licensed Practical Nurse, Med Surg - General Medicine

Sentara Health Plans; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Sentara Health Plans in Hampton, VA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Night shift to provide direct patient care under supervision within the Medicine Unit. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective treatments for adults and seniors in a high-energy environment.

The role requires an LPN license in VA, BLS certification within 90 days of hire, and a strong commitment to patient advocacy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state(s) of practice (VA).
• BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Graduate of a trade school or nursing program.
• Ability to work night shifts as required by the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of an RN or LIP.
• Administer medications and perform nursing interventions.
• Collaborate with physicians, NP, and PA to plan and adjust patient care.
• Advocate for patients and families while maintaining professional standards.
• Support care in ED/Ambulatory and Medicine Unit with a focus on seniors.

Skills

LPN License

BLS Certified

Patient Care

Teamwork

Education

LPN License in VA

Trade School Graduate – LPN

Job description

Position Details

City/State: Hampton, VA

Work Shift: Third (Nights)

Sign-on Bonus: $8K and Relocation Assistance available for qualified candidates!

Shift: Night Hours: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM; Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Qualifications

License and Certification: LPN License in the state(s) of practice

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire

Education: Trade School Graduate – Licensed Practical Nurse

A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing.

The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site specific program.

The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice.

LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care.

The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease.

The work of the LPN may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes.

In the Emergency Department/Ambulatory, we have a family atmosphere amongst our team. We meet in a fast‑paced environment with high energy and positivity. We treat patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric and we utilize ED Techs to assist with supportive duties.

Unit Description: The Medicine Unit - 4 James is looking for qualified nurses who will provide care to acute and chronic care patients with a variety of comorbidities from the age of 18 years of age and up, with a special love for our senior population. We are looking for seasoned nurses, who are compassionate, dependable, flexible and hardworking looking to advance your career in nursing leadership.

If this is you, please come and join our 4 James family.

Benefits

• Caring For Your Family and Your Career
• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Remote Work Opportunities

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Company Information

Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not-for-profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan.

The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!