The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN or LIP, managing responsibilities with accuracy and excellence in customer service. The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care and treatment while adhering to legal and ethical standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a valid LPN license in the state of practice and obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire. A graduate from a trade school as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required.
City/State Hampton, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview
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Bonus: $8K and Relocation Assistance available for qualified candidates! Sentara Careplex Hospital is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN for the Intermediate Care Unit.
Shift
Night
Hours: 7:00
PM - 7:00
AM
Scheduled
Weekly
Hours: 36 License and Certification LPN License in the state(s) of practice Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire Education Trade School Graduate - Licensed Practical Nurse The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site specific program. The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice. LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease. The work of the LPN may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire. A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required. In the Emergency Department/Ambulatory, we have a family atmosphere amongst our team. We meet in a fast-paced environment with high energy and positivity. We treat patients of all ages, from pediatric to geriatric and we utilize ED Techs to assist with supportive duties. Department Overview This is a 24-bed unit where we care for patients with a variety of healthcare needs. We are the designated Stroke Unit. We provide for respiratory compromised patients on Bipap, high-flo and/or chronic long term vents. We manipulate and titrate vasoactive infusions and have bedside monitors. We provide care for patients with DKA, CHF, Pneumonia, and much more. Nursing All, Talroo-Nursing, Nursing-Critical, Acute Care, , LPN, Licensed
Benefits
Life Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
Sick Leave
Medical
Dental
Paid Time Off
Vision Plans
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Professional Development
Pet Insurance
Critical Illness Plans
Tuition Assistance
Family Caregiver Leave
Adoption
Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement
Emergency Backup Care
401k/403B with Employer Match
Student Debt Pay Down
Legal Resources Plan
Reimbursement for Certifications
Free Access to Complete CEUs
Practical
Nurse,
Night
Shift,
Sentara
Careplex,
Hampton
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met Sentara CarePlex Hospital, located in Hampton, VA, is a 224-bed technologically advanced, acute care facility, and Certified Primary Stroke Center. Other features include specialized services in heart and vascular, urologic care, along with advanced diagnostic and surgical capabilities, a hospitalist program, and one of the state's busiest emergency departments. We are also home to the Orthopedic Hospital at Sentara CarePlex Hospital, the area's first dedicated orthopedic hospital. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work,
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