Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Code: LP1275
ABOUT US
We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience.
As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day.
JOB TYPE
Classification: Nonexempt
Supervises Positions: No
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse serves as a member of the healthcare team at UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper by establishing an authentic personalized relationship with the patient and their chosen support system, collaborating with other team members to provide care that promotes optimal health. The Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes best scientific evidence and compassion to assist the care of the patient during their health journey. The Licensed Practical Nurse accepts accountability for provision of care, as part of the RN led team, in accordance with the current policies and procedures. Provides and documents patient care under the direction and supervision of the Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Manager or Clinic Administrator.
Patient Care: Provides assessment, evaluation, and management of patients.
- Participates in the collection of patient data as needed.
- Determines nursing care needs through recognition of relationships between data gathered and a patient's health status and treatment regimen.
- Identifies relevant resources based on necessity and availability.
Communication: Communicates information to others responsible for or involved in the care of the patient.
- Participates in dialogue with the patient/chosen support system to identify the individualized care plan.
- Consistently utilizes appropriate communication tools such as Situation, Background, Assessment, Recommendation, and Question (SBARQ) when communicating within the interdisciplinary team and when handing off patient care.
- Documents appropriate information in a timely manner.
Teamwork: Participates as part of the interdisciplinary care team in planning individualized care.
- Collaborates with the registered nurse to consider ongoing modification of care plan based on patient’s needs, capabilities, and condition.
Medical Knowledge: Demonstrates core knowledge of biomedical and clinical sciences and the application of this knowledge to patient care.
- Identifies nursing interventions and goals for the patient and reviews goals with the registered nurse.
- Identifies opportunities for process improvement, evidence-based practice, and research.
- Engages in self-reflection and develops personal goals to enhance knowledge, obtain professional certification, or pursue academic degree.
- Integrates gained knowledge into practice.
The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Diploma required. Graduate of accredited Practical Nursing Program required. Completion of a nursing program as approved by the State Board of Nursing.
Experience: 1 year of relevant experience required. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
Licensure: Applicable state LPN license required.
Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to establish and maintain control of violent patients, defend self and others against violent assaults, ability to react appropriately in psychiatric crises, ability use violent and non-violent restraints per policy and procedure. Ability to comprehend policies and procedures and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team. Ability to intervene in a therapeutic manner for behavior patterns demonstrated by patients with a mental illness, personality disorder, substance abuse or developmental disabilities. Knowledge of psychiatric medications, side effects and treatment interventions, knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis, mental health concepts, and evidence based therapeutic interventions and treatments.
Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: Ability to perform all CPI physical holds. Ability to care for Behavioral Health age-specific patients within facility.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Demand Code: 20A, Nursing
Work Function/Activity: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand
The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper.
OTHER
- May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes
- On call responsibilities as directed: Yes
- Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: No
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration 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 status, and family medical or genetic information.
