LPN, LPN​/LVN, General Nursing

Overview

Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates! The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN must be detail‑oriented, compassionate, and able to handle physically demanding tasks. The LPN is an essential member of the healthcare team, offering patient care and supporting higher level nurses and physicians in delivering comprehensive medical services.

City:
Elizabeth City, NC

Work Shift:

First (Days)

The LPN functions under the supervision of an RN or LIP, demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge in the delivery of direct patient care, and adheres to site‑specific competency standards. The LPN works as part of a multidisciplinary team, supports and communicates effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA), provides care and treatment for patients, delivers clinical support and teaching to patients and family members, and adheres to legal and ethical standards of nursing practice.

LPN manages workload with accuracy, provides excellent customer service, performs testing, medication administration, and implements nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care. The LPN serves as a patient advocate, preventing illness or disease. Work may be performed in hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, outpatient clinics, or private homes. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire.

A valid LPN license in state(s) of practice is required.

Education:

High School Diploma required.

Certification/Licensure: LPN license required.

Experience:

None required.

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria are met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and pledges diversity, inclusion, and belonging as guiding principles. This is a tobacco‑free environment.