What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Sentara?
Sentara Health is seeking to hire a qualified individual to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Position Status: Full Time - Day Shift
Position Location: Sentara Home Care Services - Chesapeake, VA
Pay Range: $22.39 - $37.32 / hour
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. Additional compensation may be available for this role such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a home health care setting is responsible for providing direct, one-on-one care to patients in their homes. This role involves monitoring patient health, administering treatments, managing medications, and offering essential support to patients with various medical needs. Collaboration with a team of healthcare professionals, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians, is required to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that improves patient well-being.
Education
Trade School Graduate (Required)
Certification/Licensure
LPN License (Required) - Active in Virginia
BLS (Required within 90 days)
Experience
Serve as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease
Provide care and treatment for patients and clinical support and teaching for patient and family members
Customer service, testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans
Support a holistic approach to patient care
Keywords: licensed practical nurse, LPN, home health, indeed, talroo-nursing
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000