Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Ultimate Care LLC
Location: Chantilly
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching
Company parties Competitive salary Dental insurance Flexible
schedule Paid time off Tuition assistance Vision insurance Wellness
resources Qualifications Education: Graduation from accredited
College of Practical Nursing, accompanied by current nursing
license in each state of desired practice. Experience: One year or
more of full-time clinical practice in each specialty area.
Certifications: Current BLS/CPR training with card, any other
specialty certifications required for working in specific specialty
areas (PALS, ACLS, NRP, etc.) Reporting Requirement To Clinical
Nurse Director Summary of Licensed Practical Nurse Duties The
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide supplemental/contract
services to our clients, and will strive to provide these services
in a compassionate, professional, ethical, and knowledgeable
fashion. The LPN will work under the direct supervision of the
Registered Nurse at the facility assigned to and understands the
limitations and scope of care able to be given according to the
specific education level attained. The LPN will work very closely
with the supervising RN collaborating their efforts in order to
deliver the nursing process effectively. The LPN will observe,
record, report, and assist in the nursing plan of care, the
implementation of care, and the evaluation of the patient status
and progress. The LPN also understands that by accepting an
assignment, the nurse is aware of the potential exposure to
internal and external hazardous materials including but not limited
to: blood and blood borne pathogens, infectious/communicable
diseases, noise, excessive physical injury from patients, airborne
dusts, fumes, and gases. Duties/Responsibilities/Functions As a
Licensed Practical Nurse, you will perform your job duties in
accordance with Federal, State, VA, and local laws, while upholding
the utmost ethical and safe techniques always keeping the care of
the patient as your top priority. You will work very closely with
the entire team of healthcare professionals in the
organization/facility you are assigned to and must have a complete
understanding of your limitations in turn seeking advice when
necessary. These are just some of the duties that you will be
expected to do, but are not limited to the following: Perform all
nursing duties following the in accordance with Federal, State, VA,
and local laws, while adhering to all facility policies and
procedures. Provide direct patient care, and reports any changes in
patient status to the supervising RN to insure patient comfort and
safety. Assist physicians and all healthcare professionals when
caring for patient, always giving a complete and thorough report on
patient status at end of shift/assignment to supervising RN.
Perform routine nursing care to assigned patients, while utilizing
age specific and universal precaution practices at all times.
Practices patient teaching/training for patients and families
according to plan of care. Follow organizational policy when
disposing of biohazardous materials, labeling and handling of all
materials. Actively demonstrates a working knowledge of nursing
theory, techniques, principles, and practice to holistically care
for the patient while reporting any changes to RN in patients
condition following up with proper documentation. Distribute
prescribed medications to assigned patients orally, topically,
subcutaneously, intradermal and intramuscularly under the direct
supervision of the RN. The LPN will be knowledgeable of all
medications, reactions, and dosage requirements. Communicate with
all staff, patients, and families with excellent written and verbal
skills. Consistently seek educational tools and in-services to
broaden knowledge base of various age groups, diseases, and best
practices. Will handle and be knowledgeable of all medical
equipment utilized in the care of the patient. Must be able to
perform various sensory requirements such as; vision, speech,
smell, touch, manual dexterity, fine motor skills, and hearing in
order to assess and treat the patient accurately. Comply with all
facility/organizational policies and procedures, while upholding
the high expectations of The Ultimate Care, LLC. Accountable and
responsible for each specific patient assigned while under direct
supervision of the supervising RN. Is punctual and dependent for
assigned/confirmed shifts.
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