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West Virginia Department of Health Facilities
LPN (Sharpe Hospital) **Incentive $7,500!**
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$59,853 / year median in West Virginia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
General Description - As an LPN, you will deliver direct nursing care to physically and developmentally disabled, ill, and/or injured individuals. Working under the guidance of a registered nurse (RN) or licensed physician, you may oversee health service workers and certified nursing assistants in delivering basic patient care services. You will perform general nursing duties such as assisting with daily living activities, transporting patients, and recording vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, etc.). Why Join Us? Make a meaningful impact on patients' or residents' lives. Work in a supportive and collaborative environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Competitive salary and benefits package. $7,500 appointment incentive for successful candidates who agree to work for the facility for at least twelve (12) months