Licensed Practical Nurse

Overview Licensed practical nurses performing duties ranging from entry level to first line supervision. Employees provide a variety of patient care activities such as administering medications, maintaining patient records, and assisting in the treatment and direct care of patients. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides fundamental physical and psychological nursing care to patients as part of the multidisciplinary team in accordance with the facilities mission, Virginia Department of Corrections Standards, physician, and patient expectations. Responsibilities The scope of services involves assisting in direct patient care. Applies knowledge of principles and practices of practical nursing and pharmacology acquired through formal education and training. Successful application of skills results in positive patient outcomes. Receives guidance, direction and supervision from an R.N., nursing supervisor, manager, medical professional, or administrator. May take venipuncture specimens. Work requires some discretion and judgment and is clearly defined by the licensure regulations. May supervise or provide work direction to nursing aides or direct service. Qualifications EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 1 year of prior LPN experience required. Corrections experience preferred. A current American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider is required. LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED: Current LPN License IV Certification within 90 days of employment Loyal Source is an Orlando-based workforce solutions provider dedicated to delivering elite services worldwide. With a focus in government healthcare, technical and support services, engineering, and travel healthcare, Loyal Source provides exceptional custom solutions to both private enterprise and government agencies. Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program. For more information go to our website and follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter for other positions currently open. Loyal Source does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. #travelRN1 If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR at View email address on click.appcast.io. If you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability, please select the accessibility menu to the right or left for more assistance. You can also request reasonable accommodations by contacting a telecommunications relay service by dialing 711 for direct access and assistance (tty). This contractor and subcontractor abides by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of protected veteran status or disability, and require affirmative action by covered prime contractors. #J-18808-Ljbffr