Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Med Surg

Lifepoint Health • Danville, VA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical/Surgical - Days $15,000 sign-on bonus eligibility Schedule: 3 –12-hour shifts 7A-7P Job Location Type: In Person Your experience matters Sovah Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you are embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. More about our team Acute care medical‑surgical unit 24‑bed unit with a 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio 1:10 CA-to-nurse ratio Diverse patient population including medical, surgical, testing, and observation patients Common comorbidities: diabetes, hypertension, stroke, renal, and psychiatric conditions Strong team culture, improved nurse communication, and commitment to Sovah Health core values

Requirements

• current LPN VA or compact state license
• Graduate of a practical school of nursing
• AHA BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care; may administer medication.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient status and responses to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and family.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree