Local Contract LPN / LVN - Correctional - $36 per hour

Staff Today; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,914 - 58,272; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare staffing agency is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for a correctional facility in Chesapeake, Virginia. The role is a local contract for 13 weeks at a pay rate of $36 per hour. Candidates must have at least one year of experience, valid Virginia credentials, and be CPR certified. Responsibilities include administering care to patients, maintaining records, and monitoring patient conditions.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Must hold valid credentials in Virginia.
• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients.
• Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records.
• Administer medications to patients.

Skills

Compassionate and caring demeanor

Ability to build rapport with patients

Familiarity with medical terminology

Proficiency in the English language

Education

Valid and current CPR card

Credentials up-to-date in Virginia

At least one year of previous experience as LPN

Job description

Job Description & Requirements

Staff Today is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for a correctional facility in Chesapeake, Virginia. This is a local contract position.

Job Details

• Specialty: Correctional
• Discipline: LPN / LVN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Local Contract
• Day (M-F): 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Pay Rate

Pay Rate: $36 per hour
Employment Type: W2

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year (12 months) of previous working experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Must have up-to-date credentials in the state of Virginia
• A valid and current CPR card (American Heart Association)
• Ability to build rapport with patients
• Compassionate and caring demeanor
• Familiarity with medical terminology
• Proficiency in the English language is necessary for communication with other staff and patients. The LPN must be able to communicate effectively in oral and written English.

Job Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care to ill, injured, or disabled patients
• Monitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behavior
• Communicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient care
• Maintain accurate patient medical records
• Provide companionship and basic care to patients
• Administer prescribed medications to patients