Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Department

Position Title Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Department Job Description Summary The Emergency Department (ED) is a 36-bed unit that helps treat a variety of medical conditions for patients of all ages. Becoming a designated Level II Trauma Center is one of their most recent accomplishments which has allowed VHC to provide emergency care to the Arlington community and surrounding areas. The ED team is unique because they are able to evaluate and provide care including complex trauma, stroke and STEMI to any patient. In addition, all team members are specialized in the evaluation, stabilization, and treatment of both minor and complex injuries and illnesses. Located in Arlington, Virginia, VHC Health is a 548-bed, independent, not-for-profit health system and nationally recognized teaching hospital. We have proudly served the Washington, DC metropolitan community for more than 75 years. Consistently ranked among the top hospitals in Virginia and the region, VHC Health has earned recognition as a 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Employer and a 2025 Newsweek World’s Best Hospital . We also hold the prestigious Magnet® designation for nursing excellence. As a Level II Trauma Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional, patient-centered care when it matters most. Job Description Purpose & Scope: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the nursing care of his/her assigned patients under the direction or supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN). They are also responsible for delegation to assistive personnel. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, along with supervisory skills, are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. Education: Certificate in nursing is required. Experience: One year of healthcare/medical - nursing/patient care experience is preferred. Certification/Licensure: Licensed as an LPN by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required. BLS certification is required. Additional Job Description Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice. Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work Annual Employee Survey – Your Voice is Heard at VHC! Paid Major Holidays Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time Health Insurance Dental Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Student Loan Repayment Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts Employee Wellness Benefits Hospital Discount for Employees and Family VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy VHC Retirement Program Workforce Enhancement Program Work/Life Discounts Program Free onsite parking Commuter Benefits Family Leave 401(k) + Match and much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr