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AMN Corporate

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)

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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

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Job Description

JOB DETAILS
LPN's are assistants to physicians and registered nurses and take care of basic nursing duties. Duties often included taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medication, ensuring patient comfort, and reporting the status of their patients to the nurses. The overall function of a licensed practical nurse is to ensure patient comfort and safety. LPN/LVN's generally work at any location an RN works such as: hospital, nursing homes, long term care facilities or clinic.
Education/Requirements:
High School education is required along with completion of a formal training program. Must pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) •Per Diem Shifts Available Recent Experience Required.
BENEFITS
In addition to per diem assignments that let you choose your location and schedule, AMN Healthcare offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Excellent Pay Direct Deposit Comprehensive Medical Benefits (for those determined to have worked full-time after a 12 month ACA eligibility period)
Supplemental Benefits:
Dental, Vision, Medical Indemnity, Life Insurance with optional Critical Illness and Short Term Disability. 401k FREE Online CEU's to all Active Staff' FACILITY Skilled Nursing Facility
ABOUT THE COMPANY
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. • Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.