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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
How You Will Make a Difference Observe residents, charting and reporting changes in residents' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and taking any necessary action. Administer prescribed medications or start intravenous fluids, and note times and amounts on patients' charts Provide basic resident care and treatments, such as taking temperatures or blood pressures, dressing wounds, treating bedsores, etc. Collect samples from residents and perform routine laboratory tests on samples. Assist residents with bathing, dressing, maintaining personal hygiene, moving in bed, or standing and walking. Evaluate nursing intervention outcomes, conferring with other healthcare team members as necessary. What's in it For You Competitive pay Comprehensive benefits, including generous paid time off UKG Wallet Qualifications You Will Need Licensure required by state regulations #IND2 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance