Urology LPN: Care Leadership & Patient Comfort

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

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to integrate technical skills with patient-focused care. The role supports the health care team in preventing illness, maintaining wellness, and providing comfort, while beginning to assume leadership at the unit level.

The LPN delivers direct care per medical orders on an age-specific basis and documents accurately. Administration of prescribed medications is performed with attention to interactions and contraindications.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing.
• LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible licensure.
• Current LPN licensure in Virginia; AHA BLS Certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Delivers and documents direct, age-specific care based on medical orders and an integrated plan of care.
• Administers prescribed medications and identifies incompatibilities/interactions.
• Assists health care team, provides direction and education, and may assume leadership at the unit level.

Education

LPN diploma

Job description

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to integrate technical skills with patient-focused care. The role supports the health care team in preventing illness, maintaining wellness, and providing comfort, while beginning to assume leadership at the unit level.

The LPN delivers direct care per medical orders on an age-specific basis and documents accurately. Administration of prescribed medications is performed with attention to interactions and contraindications.