LPN Inpatient - Adult Acute Care Unit
Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: April 7, 2025
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Job Description:
5 West is a 26-bed, newly renovated unit at Carilion Clinic that
specializes in meeting the complex needs of the medical and/or
surgical patient. Our patient population ranges from pneumonia and
general medical conditions to minor surgical procedures and complex
medical/psychosocial needs. A special focus of our team includes
the complex issue of IV drug related infections that require up to
6 weeks of medical care. This special team consists of a Licensed
Clinical Social Worker, Peer Recovery Specialists, Addiction
Physicians, Psychiatric Technicians, Clinical Nurse Specialists,
and many others who are passionate about helping in the recovery of
patients who have often lost hope for a future life. Our patients
have lovingly named our unit "The Hope Unit".
Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got
the right skills and experience, apply today.
Practices practical nursing within the parameters set forth in
Carilion Clinic's Plans for the Provision of Patient Care and
functions under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
Partners with the RN in collecting data, planning, implementing and
evaluating patient/resident care. Demonstrates knowledge of growth
and development to appropriately care for patients/residents
served.
Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages
served.
Contributes to the development of the patient/resident database and
interdisciplinary
plan of care.
Identifies patient/resident/family/caregiver educational needs,
incorporates into the
plan of care, implements, and documents.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care
for
patients/residents.
Implements prescribed therapeutic treatment plan and
procedures.
Administers prescribed medication to patients/residents.
Demonstrates the role of patient advocate, protector of patient's
rights, and provider
of psychological/social/cultural support.
Contributes to Carilion's performance improvement activities and
demonstrates support
of service area/facility/organization initiatives.
Contributes to the orientation and career development of
others.
What We Require:
Education: Graduate of an accredited school of practical
nursing.
Experience: None required.
Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Licensed to practice
practical nursing in the state of Virginia. Must obtain/maintain
AHA BLS-HCP. In Psychiatry and Behavioral Health de-escalation
training must be successfully completed within four months of hire
and then maintained going forward.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Specific experience and
certifications may be listed in service line specific addendums to
this job description. Must successfully complete orientation and
competency requirements. Must be able to meet essential job
functions.
About Carilion
This is Carilion Clinic ...
An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected
and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health
system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that
is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of
award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3
NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty
physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of
Medicine and Research Institute.
Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries
and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where
the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your
tomorrow with us.
Requisition Number: 148742
Employment Status: Full time
Location: CRMH - Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
Shift: Day/Evening
Shift Details: 7a-7p EOW
Recruiter: EMILY L HICKS
Recruiter Phone: 540-728-0504
Recruiter Email: elhicks@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at
1-800-599-2537.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.
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