What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Shenandoah House (Daylight) position at Augusta Health?
Overview:
At Augusta Health, your work matters — and so do you. Whether you're delivering direct patient care, supporting operations, or innovating behind the scenes, every role contributes to our mission of promoting wellness and healing through compassionate service. We offer more than just a job — we offer a purpose-driven career in a nationally recognized, independent health system located in Virginia’s scenic Shenandoah Valley.
Learn more about career opportunities on our Careers Page.
Our team members thrive in a supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical areas, Augusta Health is a place where your skills make a difference, and your growth is a priority.
Why Join Augusta Health?
We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community. That’s why Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're launching your career or bringing in years of experience, we provide the tools, resources, and encouragement to help empower you to reach your full potential — personally, professionally, and financially.
Explore our Benefits, current Hiring Incentives, and our Taking Care of Us initiative — which embraces Belonging, Respect, Inclusion, Diversity, Growth, and Equity (B.R.I.D.G.E.) — to see how we invest in our team members and culture.
Total Rewards & Benefits (may vary by position):
- Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs.
- Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance.
- Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities.
- Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support.
- Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare.
- Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy.
- Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials.
- Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets).
Full details are available on our Benefits Page.
Job Summary:
The primary function of the hospice Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Shenandoah House is to provide nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse for patients of all ages and coordinate care with the hospice IDT, patient, and family. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served at the Shenandoah House. Must be able to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.
This position plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health’s mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.
Essential Job Duties:
- Practices within the VA Nurse Practice Act and LPN scope of practice.
- Ensures compliance with HIPAA regulations to maintain patient confidentiality.
- Demonstrates respect for patient dignity, with no reported breaches or complaints from patients or fellow care providers.
- Performs data collection and nursing interventions safely, following physician orders.
- Continuously reassesses patients and promptly reports changes in condition to the RN.
- Provides patient teaching and follow-up care as appropriate.
- Supports patients in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).
- Involves family members in care and patient education.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and supportive environment.
- Prepares light meals as needed.
- Coordinates patient care with other healthcare providers and interdisciplinary team (IDT) members, ensuring accurate handoff communication.
- Consistently follows CDC hand hygiene guidelines and utilizes personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately.
- Demonstrates knowledge of safe patient handling techniques and equipment.
- Identifies fall risks and implements preventive measures.
- Uses patient two-identifier verification consistently.
- Appropriately labels specimens at the bedside.
- Ensures 100% compliance with the Five Rights of Medication Administration.
- Demonstrates knowledge of all prescribed medications, including high-risk drugs.
- Maintains secure medication storage and handling.
- Assesses pain relief after medication administration and promptly reports unrelieved pain to the RN.
- Participates in quality improvement projects and staff satisfaction initiatives.
- Contributes to the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) plan.
- Provides input on cost containment and resource management.
- Maintains readiness for surveys and ensures compliance with environmental and policy standards.
- Uses safety devices, shields, and proper body mechanics to minimize injury risks.
- Disposes of sharps safely and correctly.
- Completes all annual education and department competency requirements.
- Takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and learning.
- Maintains a positive attitude and adaptability within the team.
- Demonstrates reliable attendance and minimizes scheduling disruptions.
- Attends staff meetings and in-service training sessions as required.
- Supports the hospice philosophy and delivery of compassionate end-of-life care.
- Acts as a mentor to new staff and students when needed.
- Demonstrates collaboration and cooperation with the interdisciplinary team to meet patient needs.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Vocational/Practical Nursing.
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Licensure/Certification:
- Current Commonwealth of Virginia license as a Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurse, or a multi-state license.
- CPR- Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification (BLS HCP).
- Experience: Medical/Surgical experience in hospital or clinical setting within the last year.
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Driver’s License: Yes
- To drive an Augusta Health Vehicle, must also be 21 years old and Motor Vehicle (MVR) must be approved by Risk Management.
- Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: None
- Licensure/Certification: None
- Experience: Hospice experience.
- Prior experience in a hospital, healthcare system, or related service-oriented environment.
- Familiarity with Augusta Health’s systems, workflows, or organizational culture is a plus.
Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives.
- Ability to meet consistent and punctual attendance.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors and customers face to face.
- Ability to be flexible.
- Demonstrates job related computer competence as seen in patient documentation and information retrieval. Documentation is submitted timely.
- Skill to use a personal computer and various software packages.
- Ability to remain calm under stressful situations.
About Augusta Health:
Augusta Health is an independent, nonprofit, mission-driven health system located in Fishersville, Virginia, in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services, including Augusta Medical Center-a 255-bed facility-and Augusta Medical Group, which operates 40 practice locations and four urgent care centers. Our commitment to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care makes Augusta Health a leading employer and healthcare provider in the region.
Discover more about our history, values, and community impact on our About Us Page.
Pay Transparency Statement:
The pay range reflects the current compensation range for this position at the time of posting. Individual offers are determined based on directly related experience, skills, education, internal equity, and other job-related factors. Not all candidates will qualify for the upper end of the posted range.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Augusta Health recruits, hires, and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran or military discharge status, and family medical or genetic information.
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in accordance with federal and Virginia state employment laws.
About Augusta Health:
Exceptional care, small town hospitality Nestled in Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, Augusta Health is among the finest nonprofit community hospitals in America. Augusta Health opened in 1994 to continue a tradition of personalized care with small-town hospitality that began with predecessor hospitals in Staunton and Waynesboro. Today, our highly trained physicians and staff use state-of-the-art technology to provide top quality care with warmth and compassion. We offer many amenities so patients and families can be comfortable and close during difficult times. View Our Mission, Vision & Values. If you are a resident of Augusta County, Staunton, Waynesboro, or surrounding areas, you can benefit from a variety of programs we host to promote good health. If you are a dedicated healthcare professional, you will find exciting career opportunities at Augusta Health. Quick Stats for 2023 Licensed for 255 beds 124 Medical/Surgical 14 Intensive Care Unit 18 Labor and Delivery 4 Pediatric Non-traditional, Non-acute services 28 bed psychiatric unit 17 bed skilled nursing unit 8 bed rehab unit Largest local private employer Employees: 2,375 Active Physicians: 225 APPs: 87 Volunteers: 290 Service Area: 200,000 AH Urgent Cares: 5 AH Practices: 49
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