LPN Inpatient - Medical Cardiology PCU

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke, Virginia, Seattle (VA, MN, WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate LPN to join their Medical Cardiology PCU team. This role involves providing essential nursing care, supporting patient recovery, and collaborating with RNs to enhance patient experiences. The unit offers a unique opportunity for both new and experienced LPNs, with a focus on professional growth and learning. As part of a mission-driven health system, you will be part of a courageous team that values innovation and collaboration. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and the community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing school for practical nursing or registered nursing.
• Must be licensed to practice nursing LPN in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care under the direction of the RN.
• Obtain and validate medication reconciliation.
• Assist with patient ambulation and wound care.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Reconciliation

Wound Care

Customer Service

Vital Signs Monitoring

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing school

Job description

How You'll Help Transform Healthcare:

LPN opportunity on Medical Cardiology PCU - Part of Carilion's Cardiovascular Institute. Primarily evening/night shift, 12 hour shifts. Competitive pay, shift differentials, and benefits available.

7 Mountain is a 20 bed Medical Cardiology Progressive Care Unit within the Cardiovascular Institute (CVI). As part of CVI, our unit will be relocating to the new Crystal Spring Tower in 2025 and it is where the future home of our Cardiovascular Institute and an extension of our emergency Department will be located.

Our unit offers a unique opportunity for LPNs who are starting their nursing career and those with experience. We also provide learning opportunities for supporting the professional growth of each and every individual on our team.

The LPN Licensed Tech Inpatient participates in the nursing process to administer nursing care under the direction of the RN. Will partner with the RN in collecting data, planning and implementing patient/resident care and assist with throughput initiatives with a focus on enhancing the patient and customer experience.

Duties of the Licensed Tech Inpatient includes, but not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for obtaining and validating medication reconciliation on admission and discharge.
• Responsible for discharge focused teachings delegated by RN.
• Assist with wound care.
• Assist with safe patient ambulation.
• Role model customer service excellence and related initiatives.
• Mentor Nurse Assistants and is an active preceptor to Patient Care Techs
• Active in unit base council activities/initiatives.
• Own LOS on unit and actively participates in unit based initiatives.
• Obtaining vital signs and focused patient assessment.

What We Require:

Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing school either for practical nursing or registered nurses.

Experience: Healthcare experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification: Licensed to practice nursing LPN in the state of Virginia. Must obtain/maintain AHS BLS-HCP required. May be required to obtain/maintain AHA BLS based on specific work unit.

Other: Employee should enroll into an accredited Registered Nurse program within 15 months of hire.

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 144582
Employment Status: Full time
Location: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Shift: Day/Evening/Night
Shift Details: Primarily 7p-7a, EOW, rotating holidays
Recruiter: MELISSA W FERGUSON
Recruiter Phone: [phone]
Recruiter Email: [e-mail]
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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