Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ambulatory

Licensed Practice Nurse-Physician Practice

Sentara Internal Medicine Kempsville is seeking to hire a Licensed Practice Nurse-Physician Practice to join the team!

Position Status: Full-Time, Days

Position Location: Norfolk, VA

*Offering a Sign-On Bonus Up to $8K for Qualified Candidates*

Job Description

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.

Minimum Required Education

Completion of an accredited practical nursing program leading to LPN/LVN eligibility is required. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Experience in an ambulatory or physician practice setting is preferred.

Minimum Required Experience

One to two years of nursing experience is preferred, ideally in an ambulatory or outpatient setting. New graduates of an accredited practical nursing program may be considered.

Minimum 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.

Minimum Required Competencies

Skilled in ambulatory nursing care within the LPN scope. Accurate vital sign measurement, medication and immunization administration, and specimen collection. Ability to room patients, prepare rooms, and assist with office procedures. Strong patient education and clear communication. Efficient support of patient flow in a busy clinic. Comfort documenting in the electronic health record and using clinical messaging tools. Ability to guide medical assistants and aides. Dependable follow-through within scope.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers and registered nurses in delivering direct patient care in the clinic setting.
• Rooms patients, measures vital signs, and records health information in the electronic health record.
• Administers medications and immunizations within the LPN scope of practice.
• Collects blood specimens and performs simple diagnostic tests as ordered.
• Prepares patients and treatment rooms and assists with examinations and procedures.
• Provides patient education and follow-up instructions within scope.
• Supports patient flow and processes messages and refill requests under provider direction.
• Directs the day-to-day work of medical assistants and aides as assigned.
• Follows infection prevention and safety standards consistent with DNV and CMS requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits: Sentara offers an attractive array of full-time benefits to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Sick, Tuition Reimbursement, a 401k/403B, 401a, Performance Plus Bonus, Career Advancement Opportunities, Work Perks, and more.

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Be a part of an excellent healthcare organization that cares about our People, Quality, Patient Safety, Service, and Integrity. Join a team that has a mission to improve health every day and a vision to be the healthcare choice of the communities that we serve!