Licensed Practical Nurse, Ambulatory - ENT

UVA Health•Manassas, VA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care, ongoing education and reinforcement of care plans, and general support in an ambulatory setting under the direction and supervision of a physician, licensed medical practitioner, or designee. The role supports patient health and wellness in accordance with applicable policies, procedures, and validated competencies, and serves patients across all age populations with an understanding of their functional and developmental needs. The role requires commitment to UVA Health’s ASPIRE values: Accountability, Stewardship, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect, and Equity. The nurse practices safely within defined standards, communicates and documents patient information, supports the interdisciplinary team, and maintains clinical knowledge and skills relevant to the ambulatory care area. The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. The position may require on-call responsibilities as directed and use of safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, for infection prevention. The stated hourly compensation range is $23.00–$34.37; individual compensation depends on qualifications, experience, and/or education. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is advertised.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing Program, including completion of a nursing program approved by the State Board of Nursing.
Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia prior to onboarding.
AHA Healthcare Provider BLS certification.
Ability to successfully complete general and department-specific role-based skills validation and competency testing.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including constant standing, frequent walking and bending/stooping, proficient communication, auditory and visual skills, attention to detail, legible writing, and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. For weights over 35 pounds, Safe Handling Equipment must be used.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Record and relay patient information, symptoms, and concerns to the patient’s medical provider or registered nurse for further triage assessment and care planning.
Assist patients with therapeutic regimens.
Reinforce established plans of care and age-appropriate interventions.
Reinforce patient and family teaching plans according to identified education needs and the patient’s condition and age, using approved educational materials or written instructions.
Administer tasks, treatments, and medications in accordance with validated competencies.
Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, providers, colleagues, and the interdisciplinary team; convey information accurately and respond to needs and concerns.
Use appropriate communication tools within the interdisciplinary team.
Document patient information in the electronic health record.
Organize and prioritize daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
Demonstrate teamwork in the delivery of patient care and recognize time-sensitive issues.
Practice within the regulations governing nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Engage in professional development to stay current with ambulatory-care advancements and best practices.
Contribute to the development of practice-guiding resources, including policies, procedures, guidelines, and protocol orders.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Fulfill on-call responsibilities as directed.
Use safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, when required for infection prevention.