LPN Inpatient - Emergency Department - Roanoke - Nights

Carilion Clinic•Roanoke, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN Inpatient works in the Emergency Department at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital in Roanoke, Virginia. This full-time position provides practical nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, supporting patient care delivery, treatment implementation, and care coordination. The role collaborates with the healthcare team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care in the inpatient setting. The position is scheduled for evening/night shifts, every other weekend, and rotating holidays. The LPN participates in the nursing process and contributes to individualized interdisciplinary plans of care. The role also supports patient and family education, quality improvement, staff orientation, and the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
AHA BLS-HCP certification.
Successfully complete orientation and competency requirements.
Be able to meet essential job functions.
De-escalation training is required within four months of hire for Psychiatry and Behavioral Health roles and must be maintained thereafter.
Additional experience or certifications may be required based on service line.

Responsibilities

Provide practical nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
Participate in the nursing process, including data collection, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.
Contribute to the development and implementation of individualized interdisciplinary plans of care.
Identify patient, family, and caregiver educational needs and incorporate education into the plan of care.
Implement prescribed treatments and therapeutic interventions.
Administer medications in accordance with provider orders and scope of practice.
Apply knowledge of growth and development to provide age-appropriate care.
Advocate for patients and support their rights, providing psychological, social, and cultural support.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
Support performance improvement initiatives and contribute to quality outcomes.
Participate in the orientation and development of new staff.
Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to service excellence.
Support the organization’s mission, vision, and values and comply with policies and procedures.