Carilion Clinic·Roanoke, Virginia
The LPN provides practical nursing care in the Vascular ICU under the direction of an RN or physician. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, administering medications, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to evaluate patient care.
Employment status: Full time
SHIFT: Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
R151412 LPN Inpatient - Vascular ICU, CST (Open)
The LPN (inpatient) practices practical nursing within the parameters set forth in Carilion Clinics Plans for the Provision of Patient Care and functions under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Partners with the RN in collecting data, planning, implementing and evaluating patient/resident care.
The LPN (inpatient)
Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served.
Communicates frequently with team members, ancillary departments and physicians. Contributes to the development of the patient/resident database and interdisciplinary plan of care.
Identifies patient/resident/family/caregiver educational needs, incorporates education into plan of care and documents.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients/residents.
Implements prescribed therapeutic treatment plans and procedures.
Administers prescribed medication to patients/residents.
Advocates for patients, protector of patient's rights, and provider of psychological/social/cultural support.
Contributes to Carilion's performance improvement activities and supports service area/facility/organization initiatives.
Contributes to the orientation and career development of others. May assign tasks to as needed.
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience: None
Licensed to practice practical nursing in the state of Virginia.
de-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward.
Experience and licensure/certification requirements may vary by department. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development, possesses the ability to collect data reflective of the patient’s status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.
$23.97 - $35.96
Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
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Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing and hold a valid nursing license in the state of Virginia. No prior experience is required, though knowledge of growth and development principles is necessary.
Market context
In Virginia, nursing-related roles are typically supported by steady demand across hospitals, clinics, and long-term care settings. These positions are competitive because employers often look for both patient-care experience and current credentials, and this role requires a high school diploma, BLS certification, and one of several entry pathways such as CNA, EMT-B, Medical Assistant graduate status, or nursing program progress. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clinical hours before applying.
