Licensed Practical Nurse - Emergency Department

Sentara Health•Hampton, VA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Sign-on Bonus $8K for qualified candidate and position! Sentara Careplex Hospital is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN. for the Emergency Department. Shift: Days Hours: 700 AM - 7:00 PM 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. Nursing All, Talroo-Nursing, Nursing-Critical, Acute Care, ED, Emergency Department, Triage Nurse, LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse

Requirements

LPN License in the state(s) of practice
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 90 days of hire
Trade School Graduate - Licensed Practical Nurse
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
adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice

Responsibilities

delivery of direct patient care
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
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
serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease

Benefits

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