New Graduate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Medical Surgical

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Nov 13, 2024
$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by December 31, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply Medical Surgical Care Unit is a 28-bed unit, all telemetry capable with 8-10 progressive care beds that is focused on caring for the adult medical and surgical patient population with a diversity of disease processes. The Medical Surgical Care Unit foster a culture that empowers new graduate and experienced nurses to learn, grow professionally, and provide exceptional care. Ask about our support system for various levels of practice. The model of Shared governance is engrained in the culture of the unit and empowers all team members to have a voice. The Medical Surgical Care Unit prides itself in having a high reliable team that is committed to providing safe and evidenced based practice to our patients. We strive for ZERO harm to patients. The leadership team takes a shared vision approach to ensure we meet the needs of team members and patients. The unit's mission is to foster collegial relationships between the entire inter-professional team such as the medical teams, care coordination, pastoral care, nutrition, environmental service, etc. to create a nurturing, caring, and positive environment for everyone. The medical surgical care unit achieved their 2nd Gold Beacon award from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN). The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level. The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions." Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment; LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent Experience REQUIRED: Varies based on transitional duty assignment. Experience PREFERRED: Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice Education/training REQUIRED: Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing Education/training PREFERRED: N/A Independent action(s) required: Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager/Practice Manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.