Licensed Practical Nurse LPN- Multispecialty - Richmond, VA, United States - Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply

This is a part-time position (20 hours/week) with weekday, daytime hours only. No weekends, nights or holidays are required.

Our Mayland Clinic is located in the West End area of Richmond and is home to a wide array of multispecialty providers.

We are a team of 5 RNs, 7 LPNs, an x-ray technologist and a phlebotomist and are excited to add a new face to our team-oriented group of professionals.

We see an average of about 80 patients each day in our clinic where we have 17 total exam rooms.

The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family.

This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.

This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level.

The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care.

This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment;

LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent


Experience REQUIRED:
Varies based on transitional duty assignment.

Experience


PREFERRED:
Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice


Education/training REQUIRED:
Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing

Education/training


PREFERRED:
N/A


Independent action(s) required:

Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
N/A


Additional position requirements:
Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):


Physical:
Lifting lbs.


Other:
Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities:
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional:
Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Education/training


PREFERRED:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin


III:
Completion of a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (or higher) from an accredited program Clin


III:
Certification in specialty area


Independent action(s) required:
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders.

Practices within the boundaries of the regulations governing the practice of nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Practice is guided by the ANA Code of Ethics for Nursing and established national nursing practice standards.

All practice is guided by and follows the VCUHS policies and procedures and established practice.


Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
Clin I, Clin II, Clin


III:
Organizes work and delegates and supervises others (RN's, LPN's, Care Partners, Unit Secretaries, etc.) in carrying out assignments.


Additional position requirements:
Clin I, Clin II, Clin


III:
Clinicians work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager.

Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):


Physical:
Lifting 20-50 lbs.


Other:
Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities:
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional:
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment

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