LPN Inpatient - Progressive Care - CNRVMC

Employment Status:
Full time

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Facility: 2900 Lamb Cir - Christiansburg

Requisition Number: R160917

The LPN Inpatient provides practical nursing care under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, supporting patient care delivery, treatment implementation, and care coordination. Collaborates with the healthcare team to deliver safe, effective, and patient-centered care across the inpatient setting. Participates in the nursing process, including data collection, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Contributes to the development and implementation of individualized interdisciplinary plans of care.

Identifies patient, family, and caregiver educational needs and incorporates education into the plan of care. Implements prescribed treatments and therapeutic interventions. Administers medications in accordance with provider orders and scope of practice. Applies knowledge of growth and development to deliver age-appropriate care. Advocates for patients and supports their rights, providing psychological, social, and cultural support. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.

Supports performance improvement initiatives and contributes to quality outcomes. Participates in orientation and development of new staff. Demonstrates professionalism, teamwork, and commitment to service excellence. Supports organizational mission, vision, and values and complies with all policies and procedures.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing required.
• Experience: None.
• Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. De-escalation training required within 4 months of hire for Psychiatry and Behavioral Health roles and must be maintained thereafter.
• Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
• Other
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
  Must successfully complete orientation and competency requirements. Must be able to meet essential job functions. Additional experience or certifications may be required based on service line.

This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• 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

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace.