LPN Extern PRN

Henrico, Parham & Retreat Doctors' Hospitals; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan with match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Henrico Doctors' Hospitals in Richmond, VA seeks a dedicated LPN-LVN extern to support the nursing team with hands-on care while advancing through the LPN-LVN program. This extern role offers real patient interaction, learning opportunities, and growth as you progress.

You will assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, document changes, educate patients, and contribute to a safe, compassionate care environment, while pursuing certifications and benefiting from our comprehensive rewards program.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Currently enrolled in Practical Nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Assisting patients with ADLs, monitoring vital signs, and supporting mobility and comfort.
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter management, and non-medicated procedures as skills develop.
• Documenting patient information, observations and changes, and communicating updates promptly to the nursing team.
• Educating patients and families about care plans in a clear, compassionate manner.
• Maintaining a clean, safe patient environment by following safety protocols and managing equipment.

Skills

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Education

Practical Nursing program enrollment

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $16.02 - $22.43 / hour

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Job Summary And Qualifications

As an LPN-LVN Extern, you will be a valued part of the nursing team, using your growing skills and hands‑on care to help deliver safe, compassionate patient care. As you advance in your LPN‑LVN program and build your expertise, you’ll have opportunities to take on more complex procedures and make an even greater impact on patients’ lives.

Your responsibilities will include

• Assisting patients with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living), monitoring vital signs, and supporting patient mobility and comfort
• Performing nursing tasks like wound care, catheter management, and non‑medicated procedures as your skills develop
• Documenting patient information, observations and changes, and communicating important updates promptly to the nursing team
• Helping patients and families understand their care plans and preparing them for recovery through clear, compassionate education
• Maintaining a clean, safe patient environment by following safety protocols, managing equipment, and responding quickly to patient needs

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Currently enrolled in Practical Nursing program

Benefits

Parham Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

About Our Hospital

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free‑standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high‑quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status