Licensed Practical Nurse, Wound Care

VHCHealth; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their Wound Care team. This vital role involves delivering compassionate nursing care to patients while working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN will utilize strong communication and supervisory skills to ensure high-quality patient care and effective collaboration within the healthcare team. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient lives and possess the required licensure and certification, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing care policies and procedures.
• Strong interpretive and supervisory skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to assigned patients under RN supervision.
• Delegate tasks to assistive personnel as appropriate.

Skills

Nursing Care

Communication Skills

Supervisory Skills

Manual Dexterity

Education

Certificate in Nursing

Job description

Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse, Wound Care

Purpose & Scope:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to assigned patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN also delegates tasks to assistive personnel as appropriate. The role requires knowledge of department and hospital policies related to nursing care, along with strong interpretive, communication, and supervisory skills. Effective communication can be in written, auditory, or visual forms, with spoken words being primary. The position also demands manual dexterity and proficiency in written and telephone communication.

Education:

Certificate in nursing is required.

Experience:

Preferred: One year of healthcare/medical nursing or patient care experience.

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as an LPN by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.

BLS certification is also required.