LPN: Direct Patient Care & Unit Leadership

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

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, VA seeks an LPN to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to support patient care and family needs. The role assists the healthcare team in prevention, wellness, and comfort, and begins to take leadership responsibilities at the unit level.

The LPN delivers and documents direct, age-specific care under medical orders within an integrated plan of care, safely administering medications and monitoring interactions and compatibilities.

Qualifications

• Virginia LPN licensure or eligible licensure
• Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing

Responsibilities

• Follow physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines.
• Administer prescribed medications with attention to interactions and compatibilities.
• Document care and age-appropriate plans within the multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Strong recall

Reasoning

Problem solving

Hearing

Speak clearly

Write legibly

Reading

Logical thinking

Education

Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing

Job description

VCU Health in Richmond, VA seeks an LPN to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to support patient care and family needs. The role assists the healthcare team in prevention, wellness, and comfort, and begins to take leadership responsibilities at the unit level.

The LPN delivers and documents direct, age-specific care under medical orders within an integrated plan of care, safely administering medications and monitoring interactions and compatibilities.