What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practice Nurse-Physician Practice position at Sentara?
Sentara Gastroenterology Specialists are seeking to hire a Licensed Practice Nurse-Physician Practice to join our team!
Position Status: Full-Time, Days
Position Location: Norfolk, VA
*Offering a Sign-On Bonus Up to $8K for Qualified Candidates*
Overview
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a physician practice or clinic supports providers and registered nurses in delivering direct patient care in the ambulatory setting. The role rooms patients, gathers and records health information, measures vital signs, administers medications and immunizations, collects blood specimens, and performs simple diagnostic tests. The LPN prepares patients and rooms for examinations, assists with procedures, and provides patient education and follow-up instructions within scope. Working closely with the care team, the LPN helps manage patient flow, responds to messages and refill requests under provider direction, and may direct the work of medical assistants and aides. Accurate documentation in the electronic health record supports continuity, care coordination, and safe outpatient care.
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
- Completion of an accredited practical nursing program leading to LPN/LVN eligibility is required.
Certification/Licensure
- Current, unencumbered state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license is required.
- Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN examination is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
Experience
- One to two years of nursing experience is preferred, ideally in an ambulatory or outpatient setting.
- Experience in an ambulatory or physician practice setting is preferred.
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We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $26.10 - $38.70 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.
Salary : $26 - $39