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Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Surgical

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 5
Full-timeMartinsville, VA, USA$22.20 - $29.97 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Applicants must have an active Virginia Licensed Practical Nurse license (single-state) or compact license. If relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
  • Applicants must graduate from a school of practical nursing.
  • Applicants must have an American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to patient assessments by collecting data for analysis by a Registered Nurse.
  • Perform plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care, and may administer medication.
  • Document patient care provided.
  • Assist the Registered Nurse with development of the plan of care.
  • Assist patients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
  • Monitor, document, and communicate patient status and responses to interventions with the Registered Nurse, physician, patient, and family.
  • Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
  • Participate in performance improvement and continuing education.
  • Provide quality patient care and work flexible shifts or units as needed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Meditech experience is preferred.
  • Previous experience in an acute-care hospital setting is preferred.

About the Company

Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Lifepoint Health operates a large network of hospitals and care sites, including community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers, to provide care across the health continuum. It delivers care through its Lifepoint Forward initiative, pursuing practical solutions to improve quality, expand access, and increase value for patients and communities. Its differentiation comes from its scale, integrated care across hospitals and post-acute services, and a strong emphasis on community health outcomes rather than isolated services. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes, broaden access to care, and deliver better value for the communities it serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Founded
1999

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