Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Oncology Cancer Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oncology Cancer Center

Responsible for providing patient care health teaching and a safe environment to patients in an inpatient or outpatient setting or in the patient's home as directed by physicians and registered nurses.

• Assists the registered nurse and/or physician through data collection concerning the physical, psychological, social and cultural dimensions of patients according to practice standards and institutional policy/procedure.
• Organizes and prioritizes nursing care activities considering the needs of the patients and the interdisciplinary team.
• Implements age appropriate interventions based on individual patient s needs as directed by the registered nurse/physician.
• Assists in evaluating the effectiveness of care given in progressing patient toward desired outcomes.
• Assists in developing and implementing patient/family teaching plan based on identified health education needs and the condition and age of the patient.
• Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Assumes responsibility for professional development of self and contributes to and assists with the professional development of others.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Education:

Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program.

Experience:

No experience required.

Licensure:
Licensed to practice as a Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. May require a valid Virginia Driver's License (VADL).

Job may require standing for prolonged periods, frequently walking and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Position Compensation Range: $21.95 - $34.02 Hourly

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.  U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children s is named by  U.S. News & World Report as the best children s hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.

Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

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