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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
Job Summary We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality patient care in a community-based services setting. Your expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and clinical procedures will contribute to improving health outcomes and enhancing patient comfort. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with diverse populations, including individuals with mental health issues, physical challenges, developmental disabilities and those requiring additional referrals to other medical professionals. If you thrive in an environment that keeps you on your toes, we want to hear from you! Duties Perform comprehensive patient assessments by monitoring vital signs, conducting physical examinations, and evaluating patient conditions using physiology knowledge. Administer medications and injections if needed, following prescribed protocols while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations for patient privacy and medical documentation standards. Document all patient interactions thoroughly within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems like Noteable, ensuring precise medical records and ICD coding accuracy (ICD-9/10). Provide specialized care for specific populations as needed. Support discharge planning, case management activities, and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless patient transitions across care settings. Complete an array of additional administrative duties. Experience Proven experience working as an LPN in diverse healthcare environments such as hospitals or home & community care settings. Critical care experience in ICU or emergency room environments is highly desirable. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Noteable for accurate medical documentation. Hands-on experience with IV insertion, phlebotomy, specimen collection/processing, and sterile processing techniques. Knowledge of medical terminology related infectious disease care, hospice services, and pain management protocols. Experience working with individuals with disabilities (physical and mental) or behavioral and developmental challenges. Ability to perform physical assessments using anatomy knowledge; skilled in medication administration including injections and botulinum toxin treatments when applicable. Prior exposure to behavioral health settings is a plus. Join us if you are passionate about making a difference through compassionate nursing care! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their skills while providing exceptional service across multiple healthcare settings—delivering vital support where it's needed most!
Pay:
$26.00 - $32.00 per hourBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to applyWork Location:
In personBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance