Lifepoint Health·Danville, Virginia
The LPN collects patient data, performs care interventions such as wound care and medication administration, and documents patient status. They assist RNs in developing care plans and support patients with activities of daily living.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medical/Surgical - Days
$15,000 sign-on bonus eligibility
Schedule: 3 –12-hour shifts
7A-7P
Job Location Type: In Person
Your experience matters
Sovah Health is part of Lifepoint Health, 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) joining our team, you are 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
Acute care medical‑surgical unit
24‑bed unit with a 1: 6 nurse-to-patient ratio
1:10 CA-to-nurse ratio
Diverse patient population including medical, surgical, testing, and observation patients
Common comorbidities: diabetes, hypertension, stroke, renal, and psychiatric conditions
Strong team culture, improved nurse communication, and commitment to Sovah Health core values
How you’ll contribute
Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care; may administer medication.
Documents patient care provided.
Assists RN with development of plan of care.
Assists patients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Monitors, documents, and communicates patient status and responses to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and family.
Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
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, tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
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.
More about Sovah Health - Danville
Sovah Health - Danville is a 250-bed academic acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Danville community for over 120 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American College of Cardiology (Chest Pain Center & Heart Failure), American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer and Member of the Duke Heart Network and Duke Telestroke Network.
What we’re looking for
The right person who will as supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Applicants must have a current LPN VA or compact state license. Graduate of a practical school of nursing.
• AHA BLS certification required.
$22.20 - $28.68 per hour
Sovah Health – Danville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sovah Health - Danville 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.
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.