Virginia LPN - Acute Care Team Player

Riverside Nursing Center of Thomaston; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Hampton, Virginia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and care for patients across units, including those needing special precautions. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting.

The LPN will perform nursing tasks such as vital signs, medication administration, and patient education while adhering to RHS policies and life-span development considerations.

Qualifications

• Program Graduate, Practical Nursing (Required)
• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 1 year Acute care experience (Preferred)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire (Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/AHA/ARC Upon Hire (Required)

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the RN, participates in care of patients and their environment, including those needing special precautions.
• Implements plan of care, treatments and procedures per plan and interdisciplinary team.
• Ensures evidence-based standards of practice and safe patient transitions.
• Demonstrates nursing skills (vital signs, blood sugars, administering treatments and medications) per protocols.
• Maintains comprehensive and accurate clinical and quality documentation per RHS standards.

Education

Practical Nursing (Program Graduate)

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Riverside Health System in Hampton, Virginia seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and care for patients across units, including those needing special precautions. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and teamwork within a multidisciplinary setting.

The LPN will perform nursing tasks such as vital signs, medication administration, and patient education while adhering to RHS policies and life-span development considerations.