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Inclusive Healthcare Recruiting and Staffing
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$63,400 / year median in Virginia
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Inclusive Healthcare Recruiting and Staffing Alexandria, VA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $25 an hour 4 hours ago Qualifications Skilled nursing facility experience Hospice experience HIPAA Acute care facility experience Emergency medicine LPN Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and outpatient clinics. Your expertise will support patient recovery, comfort, and safety while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive care. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through skilled nursing practices and compassionate communication. Duties Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders and established protocols, including IV infusions and pain management treatments. Conduct thorough patient assessments by monitoring vital signs, evaluating physical conditions, and documenting medical histories using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner. Assist with complex procedures including catheterization, wound suturing, tube feeding, and sterile dressing changes while maintaining aseptic techniques. Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other memory impairments in memory care or hospice settings. Support emergency response efforts by managing airway emergencies, ventilator care, and acute pain situations within Level I trauma centers or ICU environments. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans that meet regulatory standards such as HIPAA and long-term care regulations. Educate patients and their families on health management strategies including medication administration, discharge planning, nutrition, and caregiver communication. Maintain accurate medical documentation of patient care activities, specimen collection/processing, CPT coding for procedures, and ICD coding for diagnoses to ensure compliance with healthcare standards. Experience Proven experience working as an LPN in diverse healthcare settings such as hospitals (including emergency medicine and Level II trauma centers), nursing homes, skilled nursing facilities, or outpatient clinics. Demonstrated proficiency in EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks for documentation and patient management. Critical care experience including ICU or PICU environments is highly desirable; familiarity with acute care practices is essential. Hands-on experience with IV insertion, phlebotomy, medication administration via injections or IV lines, and catheter care. Background working with geriatric populations or individuals with disabilities—especially those requiring dementia or Alzheimer's care—is preferred. Knowledge of