Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ortho Spine Bariatrics
About The Position
Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the 1 East Ortho Spine Bariatrics Unit. This is a Full Time, third shift position. The LPN functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) and demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to their designated clinical practice setting. They work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, supporting and communicating effectively with other licensed independent practitioners. The LPN manages workload responsibilities with accuracy, provides excellent customer service, performs testing, medication administration, and implements nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as a patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice
- BLS within 90 days of hire
- Trade School Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nursing Program (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Acute care nursing experience preferred
- Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred
Responsibilities
- Functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting.
- Demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care.
- Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners.
- Provides care and treatment for patients.
- Provides clinical support and teaching for patient and family members.
- Adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice.
- 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
- Onsite childcare for team members
- Free parking and shuttle service
- Recognition programs for nursing excellence
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
