Licensed Practical Nurse

Akahi Associates/Kako'o Services, LLC • Portsmouth, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Kako'o Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care within their scope of practice at the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. The role involves assisting with orthopedic clinic procedures, patient flow, and ensuring adherence to infection control and aseptic techniques. The LPN will respond to emergencies, accurately document patient care, and maintain medical records. Proficiency in systems such as MHS Genesis, Essentris, and CIS is required. Effective communication with healthcare providers and team members is essential, as is supporting and training junior staff. Participation in peer reviews, performance improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and trainings is expected. The LPN must ensure compliance with DoD and MTF policies, Joint Commission standards, and maintain patient safety, rights, and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program (ACEN, NLNAC, CCNE, or equivalent military program)
• Current, active, unrestricted LPN/LVN license
• Valid in any U.S. state or territory
• At least 1 year of LPN experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must meet all health and immunization requirements
• Ability to complete DoD/MTF training and orientation

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a hospital, outpatient, or acute care setting
• 6 months – 1 year of orthopedic experience

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within scope of LPN practice
• Assist with orthopedic clinic procedures and patient flow
• Follow infection control and aseptic techniques
• Respond to emergency situations using established protocols
• Document patient care accurately and on time
• Maintain and update medical records and reports
• Use systems like MHS Genesis, Essentris, and CIS
• Communicate effectively with providers and healthcare team
• Support and train junior staff or corpsmen when needed
• Participate in peer reviews
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives
• Participate in staff meetings and trainings
• Ensure compliance with DoD and MTF policies
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards
• Maintain patient safety, rights, and confidentiality

Benefits

• Vested Vacation
• Sick leave
• Holiday leave
• Life insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance
• Short Term Disability insurance
• Medical insurance (Optional)
• Dental insurance (Optional)
• Vision insurance (Optional)
• 401(K) matching with employee participation in 401(K) plan (Optional)

What This Job Offers

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