Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pediatric Urology - Days

• The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level.

About Vcuhealth

• Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU combines award-winning research, education and clinical care with an uncanny understanding of what makes kids tick.
• Our team is a family.
• We work together to give every child in our growing community a chance to heal, recover and celebrate their super powers.

Responsibilities

• This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort.
• The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care.
• This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions." Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment; LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible

Requirements

• Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent
• Varies based on transitional duty assignment.
• Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved
• N/A Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment.
• Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable)

N/A Additional position requirements: Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served

As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.

Other

Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities

Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Location

Stony Point Pediatric Clinic - Urology Compensation Range $24.00 - $37.50 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran