Outpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 - Cardiology

Inova Health System • Falls Church, VA

3d • $29 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

Inova Cardiology - Fairfax is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 2 to support outpatient cardiology care. This is a full-time, day position scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The nurse coordinates chronic-care referrals and follow-up, administers prescribed medications and treatments under direct physician supervision, communicates with patients, families, and healthcare team members, and maintains compliant patient records.

Requirements

• Vocational/technical diploma in Practical Nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Two years of nursing practice in a hospital or clinic setting.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate referrals for patients with chronic care conditions and arrange follow-up care as indicated by the specialist’s and/or primary care physician’s initial care plan.
• Administer prescribed oral and intramuscular medications, therapies, and treatments in accordance with practical nursing standards and under direct physician supervision.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
• Support healthcare team members in achieving team goals and assign appropriate tasks to care assistants.
• Maintain and review patient medical records, notes, and physician orders.
• Document patient care activities in accordance with documentation standards and legal requirements for medical facilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Team member wellness program.
• Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions, starting on the first day.
• Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
• Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
• Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person, per year, at no cost, for team members, spouses/partners, and children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed