Short-Term Contract - Licensed Practical Nurses, LPN

Virginia Health Services is looking for a Short Term Contract, Licensed Practical Nurse, who is interested in an environment where growth is supported in long term care! The starting rate is at $30-$35/hour based on experience.

Desired Values:

We are looking for someone with a relentless passion to assist others in living their best life. If you are a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse who values a purposeful and fulfilling career where you value People, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Teamwork, this is the position for you!

What it means to be part of our team:

As a Practical Nurse, you are an essential member of our team and will be more than just your job title. You become someone who is a friend and loved one who provides quality care to our most vulnerable residents. You will acquire specialized skills that will be carried throughout your healthcare career, with room to advance and grow. Each resident has unique needs, which means each Practical Nurse will develop an exceptional skill set that will be transferable into many other healthcare settings.

Scheduling Options:

• Flexible Scheduling options, including 8 and 12 hour shifts
• 6 week to 3 month contracts available
• Day, Evening, or Night shift

Qualifications

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and holds current Virginia license.
• Experience/education in Gerontological Nursing preferred.
• Computer knowledge preferred.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, turn, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, reach, talk, hear, taste and smell.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.
• Risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens and hazardous materials.

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS:
• Hourly (Non-exempt)
• Two week notice is required for voluntary termination of employment
• Eligible for shift and weekend differential

Why join Virginia Health Services?

Locally owned and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia since 1963! Virginia Health Services offers exceptional senior living and health care services. Our 1,200 employees are passionate and committed to the well-being and quality care of our residents.

Recognizing you have many options; Virginia Health Services is committed to investing in its Team members and offers the following benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Early access to your paycheck
• Multiple incentives and competitive shift differential
• Group Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with an employer match
• Referral program for new Team Member referrals
• State-of-the-art, Employment, Enrichment and Education Center to provide hands-on opportunities for training and development of our team!

Virginia Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status. We are a drug free workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Learn more about us at: http://www.vahs.com