LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse - Hampton & Newport News

Virginia Health Services is in search of Licensed Practical Nurses to join our dedicated team here at our Nursing and Rehabilitation Centers located in Hampton & Newport News, VA. These positions have a variety of openings, including every other weekend.

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse to care for our patients and facilitate the best quality of skilled care and long-term care for our residents. You will also be responsible for educating them and their families on the care they will be receiving.

The ideal candidate will be a responsible and well-trained professional able to give the best nursing care with little supervision. You will be compassionate and cool-tempered. You will also be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently.

The goal is to promote patient's well-being by providing high quality nursing care.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and holds current Virginia license.
Experience/education in Gerontological Nursing preferred.
Computer knowledge preferred.
Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret information.
While performing the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, turn, bend, stoop, lift, push, pull, reach, talk, hear, taste and smell.
Must be able to lift, push, pull and move up to 50 pounds.

Why join Virginia Health Services?

Locally owned and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia since 1963, Virginia Health Services offers exceptional senior living and health care services. Our 1,200+ employees are passionate and committed to the well-being and quality care of our residents.

A career with Virginia Health Services means you'll be part of a collaborative Team whose dedication and compassion are recognized and valued. We believe in quality of life and want to help you live your best life too!

Recognizing you have many options; Virginia Health Services is committed to investing in its Team members and offers the following benefits:

Competitive salary
Group Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings account
Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal days
401(k) retirement savings plan with an employer contribution annual basis.
Referral program
State-of-the-art, Employment, Enrichment and Education Center to provide hands-on opportunities for training and development of our team!

Learn more about us at: http://www.vahs.com

Virginia Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status. We are a drug free workplace.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and responsibilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.