Licensed Practical Nurse

Please note that this position is Seasonal-Substitute and is not to exceed 500 hours per year.

The City of Chesapeake is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) for a part-time, seasonal substitute position within Chesapeake Juvenile Services. The Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) provides direct nursing care to juvenile residents in a secure facility, ensuring safe, timely, and compliant healthcare delivery in accordance with clinical standards and the Virginia Board of Nursing.


The Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Medical Doctor and supports daily healthcare operations by providing coverage during assigned shifts and staffing needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and process sick call requests from housing units as a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ).
• Perform triage and nursing assessments to determine appropriate level of care.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
• Document all care provided, including Medication Administration Records (MARs) and nursing notes.
• Monitor residents during medication administration and report adverse reactions or changes in condition to supervising RN.
• Respond to medical emergencies within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) and established protocols.
• Interpret and reinforce physician instructions and treatment plans for residents.
• Maintain medication and medical supply inventory, ensuring proper storage and adequate stock levels.
• Conduct chart audits and ensure timely restocking of medical documentation forms.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and multidisciplinary staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Deliver consistent, patient-centered care as a Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) in a secure juvenile healthcare setting.

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If you are a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) looking for a meaningful part-time seasonal opportunity, apply today!


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Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires a diploma in practical nursing.


EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.


SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :

• Requires licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Commonwealth of Virginia or a reciprocal state (according to the Nurse Licensure Compact as prescribed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing).
• Requires certification in CPR , Multi-media First Aid, and Handle With Care.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications
Relevant experience in delivering clinical care within secure environments, ambulatory care settings, or public health, particularly involving pediatric and adolescent patients preffered.