Wound Care Nurse (LPN)
Portsmouth, Virginia
Posted Nov 3
- License
- RN or LPN license Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN within the state in which you work.
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- License
- Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN within the state in which you work.
- Certification
- Must possess a current CPR certification.
- Experience
- Minimum two (2) years of RN/LPN experience in a hospital, nursing facility or other related healthcare facility, preferably in long term care.
- Also asks
- Must be able to communicate in English and have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Also asks
- Have completed (or complete within first week of hire) specialized training in infection prevention and control (ex. CDC’s infection and control modules or other qualified infection control education). Any additional state-specific training required for the position will be completed at the earliest available opportunity.After hire · within first week
- Also asks
- Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position/assignment.
Preferred
- Certification
- Wound care certification preferred.
- Experience
- Experience teaching or training adult learners and have prior experience/training in Infection Prevention and Control processes preferred.
- Experience
- Management experience preferred.
What it pays
- Against similar roles
- Below most Virginia staff postingsVirginia staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $53/hr, the middle half $36/hr to $51/hr, across 1,967 postings.
Benefits
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
More benefits (4)
- Employee assistance program
- Vision insurance
- Employee discount
- Life insurance
Your fit
Questions to ask
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Original listing
Posted on Saber Healthcare Group’s careers page.
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Looking for a new opportunity? Come work for a team that truly appreciates you and rewards you for all the hard work you do! In addition to new wages, we also have a comprehensive benefit package that is right for you!
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Advantages
Flexible Pay Options – Choose On-Demand Pay and get paid as soon as tomorrow for work done today or opt for our Weekly Pay schedule!
Positive, Family-Like Atmosphere – Work in a fun, supportive environment where you’re valued.
Generous PTO & Benefits – Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being.
Tuition Assistance – Advance your career with educational opportunities and support.
Benefits and Perks
DAILY Pay!
Benefit eligibility the first of the month following 30 days
Comprehensive benefit packages including medical, dental, and vision, and more. Health Savings Account available with employer contribution.
401K through Fidelity
Employer-paid life insurance (FT employees)
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Educational, leadership, and tuition opportunities
Various discount programs offered, including discounted childcare programs through KinderCare
Wellness programs offered through WebMD
Employee recognition programs
Culture of employees creating an IMPACT!
Position Summary
The primary purpose of your job is to assess resident’s needs, develop an individualized care plan, administer nursing care, evaluate nursing care and supervise nursing assistants and other personnel in the delivery of nursing care. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our community, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or designee to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the community's administration and Nursing Policies and Procedures.
Education & Qualifications
Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or LPN within the state in which you work.
Must possess a current CPR certification.
Have completed (or complete within first week of hire) specialized training in infection prevention and control (ex. CDC’s infection and control modules or other qualified infection control education). Any additional state-specific training required for the position will be completed at the earliest available opportunity.
Must be able to communicate in English and have the ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position/assignment.
Wound care certification preferred.
Experience
Minimum two (2) years of RN/LPN experience in a hospital, nursing facility or other related healthcare facility, preferably in long term care.
Experience teaching or training adult learners and have prior experience/training in Infection Prevention and Control processes preferred.
Management experience preferred.
Shift & Wage
Full-Time Opportunity Available
Shifts Needed: Flexible Wage: $27.00 - $30.00 per hour
*Program details can vary amongst buildings. Please see HR for the facility-specific benefit plans.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their actual or perceived gender, race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age and military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.
What's around it?
Portsmouth, VAFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about the same as the US average
- Median rent
- $1,300/mo
- Household income
- $60,491/yr, all local households, not nurse pay