Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for assisting in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. This includes maintaining accountability for all delegated patient care given during a shift; working effectively with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team; and practicing within the guidelines of established nursing care standards and policies and procedures.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

Minimum Required Education: Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing School Preferred Education: Not applicable

Experience:

For medical practices: 1-year recent related experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicants must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia or in North Carolina and must obtain BLS certifications on hire.