Licensed Practical Nurse, Cancer Center

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Code: LP1277

$5,000 Sign on Bonus! 

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients in the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home. As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

Supervises Positions: No

JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and clinical support to oncology patients under the direction or supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) or Registered Nurse (RN), consistent with Virginia Board of Nursing regulations and UVA Health policies. 

Competencies

Clinical Patient Care: 

• Obtain and document vital signs, focused assessments, and symptom screening in Epic.
• Prepare patients for provider visits, procedures, and treatments.
• Perform peripheral and port lab draws
• Recognize, document, and escalate abnormal findings to RN/provider.
• Assist with infusion workflows and patient flow.
• Perform venipuncture and maintain peripheral IV access per competency.
• Administer approved medications per scope and UVA policy.
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection per policy

Patient Experience & Care Coordination

• Provide compassionate, patient-centered support
• Reinforce treatment plans and patient education

Teamwork

• Willing to share responsibilities, support their teammates, and work together to achieve common goals.
• Organizes and prioritizes daily work assignments to support patient needs, the interdisciplinary team, and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrates teamwork in the delivery of patient care.
• Recognizes the importance of time sensitive issues.

Technical Competence

• Uses knowledge and skills acquired through training and validation 
• Provides clinical support under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.
• Documents and capture charges for clinical support services rendered during the visit.
• Performs administrative support responsibilities as directed by a Clinic Leader.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Experience: 

Licensure: Current Virginia LPN license. BLS certification (AHA).

Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. Ability to communicate verbally and in written form

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: 

• Oncology or infusion experience.
• Chemotherapy/biotherapy competency validation. 
• Epic experience

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties,

The base compensation range for this role is $23.00 - $34.37 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.  Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.