LPN - Float Pool. Roanoke LilyLifestyle

LPN - Float Pool (Open)

The Resource Pool offers endless opportunities to expand your nursing experiences. In joining Resource Pool, you will gain skills to provide quality care in a variety of units including Med‑Surg, PCU, and ICU. There are various specialty tracks for individualized interests which could include Peds, PICU, NICU, M/B, ED Observation Unit, Inpatient Rehab, and Psych. Training in ICUs to include Cardiac ICU, Medical ICU, Surgical ICU, Neurotrauma ICU, and more.

The LPN (inpatient) practices practical nursing within the parameters set forth in Carilion Clinics Plans for the Provision of Patient Care and functions under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Partners with the RN in collecting data, planning, implementing and evaluating patient/resident care.

The LPN (inpatient)

• Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served.
• Communicates frequently with team members, ancillary departments and physicians. Contributes to the development of the patient/resident database and interdisciplinary plan of care.
• Identifies patient/resident/family/caregiver educational needs, incorporates education into plan of care and documents.
• Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients/residents.
• Implements prescribed therapeutic treatment plans and procedures.
• Administers prescribed medication to patients/residents.
• Advocates for patients, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
• Contributes to Carilion's performance improvement activities and supports service area/facility/organization initiatives.
• Contributes to the orientation and career development of others. May assign tasks to as needed.

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.

Experience:

None Licensure, certification, and/or registration:
Licensed to practice practical nursing in the state of Virginia. In Psychiatry and Behavioral Health: de‑escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward. Other

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience and licensure/certification requirements may vary by department. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development, possesses the ability to collect data reflective of the patient’s status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well‑being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well‑rounded benefits package, and many perks and well‑being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life - at work and when you're away. When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• 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, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training