LPN Inpatient - Medical PCU
About The Position
This is a 26-bed, high-acuity progressive care unit caring for complex patients who require continuous monitoring and frequent clinical intervention. Nurses practice in a fast-paced environment that demands strong assessment skills, critical thinking, and effective interdisciplinary collaboration. The LPN (inpatient) practices practical nursing within the parameters set forth in Carilion Clinics Plans for the Provision of Patient Care and functions under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Partners with the RN in collecting data, planning, implementing and evaluating patient/resident care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
- Licensed to practice practical nursing in the state of Virginia.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development, possesses the ability to collect data reflective of the patient’s status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Nice To Haves
- In Psychiatry and Behavioral Health: de-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward.
Responsibilities
- Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served.
- Communicates frequently with team members, ancillary departments and physicians.
- Contributes to the development of the patient/resident database and interdisciplinary plan of care.
- Identifies patient/resident/family/caregiver educational needs, incorporates education into plan of care and documents.
- Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients/residents.
- Implements prescribed therapeutic treatment plans and procedures.
- Administers prescribed medication to patients/residents.
- Advocates for patients, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
- Contributes to Carilion's performance improvement activities and supports service area/facility/organization initiatives.
- Contributes to the orientation and career development of others. May assign tasks to as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
