Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Surg - Rappahannock General

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Rappahannock General Hospital

The Medical/Surgical/Telemetry department staffing consists of RNs, LPNs and Patient Care techs.

Patient Population

The surgical and medical care teams are dedicated to the care of the patients. The majority of the surgical procedures seen in this care center includes, but is not limited to, gastrointestinal, gynecological, orthopedic and general surgery procedures. The medical diagnosis of our patients include, but are not limited to, sickle cell disease, diabetes, COPD, dehydration, pneumonia, ESRD, and symptom management.

The Telemetry Unit is dedicated to the care of the patients despite the treatment modality. However, our teams care for a broad spectrum of patients, many with chronic or terminal illness. The usual diagnosis of our patients include, but are not limited to, CVA, TIA, Alzheimer’s Parkinson, multiple sclerosis, stable cardiac, diabetes, COPD, asthma, CHF, dehydration, syncope, pneumonia, TB, seizures, migraines, altered mental status, and GI bleed. The Telemetry Unit has a 12-bed capacity, with telemetry monitoring available.

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) Acute Care – Rappahannock General Hospital - Med Surg

Job Summary:

The LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) delivers safe and efficient care to patients using nursing interventions. The LPN is responsible for general clinical and clerical duties associated with direct and indirect patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Gives direct nursing care and assists with care of the patient at the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Advanced Practice Nurse
• Implements the plan of care by providing direct basic nursing care in accordance with the LPN scope of practice
• Performs phlebotomy services
• Contributes to the plan of care with input from patient/family and other members of the healthcare team
• Administers ordered medications and treatments, such as wound dressing changes and asthma treatment, prescribed by a Licensed Physician, Physician Assistant, or Nurse Practitioner while using appropriate medical equipment as needed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Education:

• High School Degree or GED
• Completion of an accredited LPN (Licensed Practical Nursing) Program
  
  
  

Certifications:

• Current state licensure as an LPN or LPN applicant (Licensed Practical Nurse)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred, not required)
  
  
  

Experience:

• One year of clinical patient care experience (e.g., PCT, CNA, LPN) in an acute care setting, long-term care facility, or physician practice (preferred, not required)
  
  
  

Training:

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred, not required)
• Completion of Basic Arrhythmia class with a passing grade on exam (required for Telemetry/Remote Telemetry units)
  
  
  

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com