Carilion Clinic
Location
Roanoke, Virginia
The LPN provides practical nursing care under the direction of an RN or physician, including collecting patient data and implementing therapeutic treatment plans. They also communicate with the healthcare team, educate patients and families, and advocate for patient rights.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of practical nursing and hold a valid license to practice in the state of Virginia. No prior experience is required for this position.
Experience and licensure/certification requirements may vary by department. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development, possesses the ability to collect data reflective of the patient’s status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.