Lifepoint Health·Richlands, Virginia
Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in accordance with professional standards. Coordinate care through effective communication with patients, families, and team members while maintaining accurate documentation.
LPN – Surgery
Schedule: Full-Time Nights, Rotating Weekends
Your experience matters
Clinch Valley Health is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Clinch Valley Medical Center is a 175-bed acute care hospital with a growing integrated network of care that offers many services for our community all close to home. Today, our unwavering commitment to our patients ranks us as one of the top hospitals in Virginia and the nation for quality of care – including patient safety and health outcomes.
How you’ll contribute
As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provide direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members to ensure smooth coordination of care and excellent service.
Stay organized and adaptable while managing multiple priorities and maintaining documentation.
Demonstrate accountability, professionalism, and a proactive attitude in upholding hospital standards and contributing to a positive team culture.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for Applicants should have a current Virginia LPN license. Additional requirements include:
Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
Clinch Valley Health is a 175-bed acute care hospital with a growing integrated network of care that offers many services for our community all close to home. Today, our unwavering commitment to our patients ranks us as one of the top hospitals in Virginia and the nation for quality of care – including patient safety and health outcomes. Clinch Valley Health has been offering exceptional care to the Southwest Virginia community for over 85 years. We are proud to be recognized by Joint Commissions Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A, and Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology.
$20.56 to $27.75
Clinch Valley Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Clinch Valley Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Applicants must hold a current Virginia LPN license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within 30 days of hire.
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.