Nursing Jobs in Dale City, VA
$51,001.60 - $100,152 / year
All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies, and procedures and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The LPN ll will be responsible to provide care under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, Physician or Advanced Practice Nurse. Children's National supports the development of the LPN within the community specifically those relationships associated with the health and wellbeing of the community at large. Primary Care Anacostia Tech Hours of Operation: Mon - Thurs (8am - 8:30pm), Fri - Sat (8am - 6pm). PRN shifts will vary. Minimum Education High School Diploma, GED or equivalent in addition to completion of a 1-year (minimum length) vocational/technical training program in a related field. (Required) Minimum Work Experience 2 years of Related experience (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Ability to perform technical functions interacts with children and families and has good verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates competence in obtaining accurate vital signs, assessment and documentation of patient care Successfully complete Division of Nursing & Patient Services LPN Medication Administration test. Successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation Identify resources and know when to ask for help or escalate Identify self-learning needs and seek resources to meet those needs Demonstrate the basic knowledge , judgement, and skill in the delivery of the nursing process, secondary assessment, diagnosis, planning , implementation, education , and evaluation Successfully completed LPN l role if applicable. Required Licenses And Certifications Licensed Practical Nurse (Required Upon Hire) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Functional Accountabilities Clinical Process Differentiate a new problem from a long term problem at the time of admission/clinic visit; conduct a patient history in order to elicit information and establish child's normal baseline routine; respond to inquiries from families by answering questions; explain information clearly and thoroughly. Accurately take TPR, BP, height & weight, head circumference, and intake and output measurements according to procedure Recognize physical and behavioral changes for groups of patients usually cared for in the assigned area; perform basic nursing care which may include bath, personal hygiene, dressing, linen change, positioning, assisting in the use of bedpan, urinal, diaper change, and ambulation or holding; perform therapeutic interventions including tube care, gastrostomy, chest tubes, urinary catheters, IV starts (IV solution without additives)/veni puncture, trach care per protocol, and skin care (wound, ostomy) and all associated procedures (i.e. chest physiotherapy , oral/nasal/pharyngeal auctioning, central line dressing change, PD catheter exit site care); exception: Naso-tracheal/Endotracheal auctioning, insertion of oral/nasal airway . Immediately respond to and assess the child whose feeding MV pump or monitor is alarming to determine cause of alarm; troubleshoot the alarm system and follow through on directives; inform Registered Nurse as needed; recognize basic changes in child such as: apnea, wheezing, retractions, changes in behavior or LOC, seizure activity, skin lesions, and poor tissue perfusion. Collect and test specimens, pass NG tubes and catheters according to procedure and unit policy. Prepare for the set up of monitors and D.C.'s peripheral IV's after directed by a Registered Nurse. Organizational process Follow infection control protocols and plans Follow protocols for all organizational emergency plans Follow nursing practice guidelines and protocols Complete a patient assignment and/or assigned task related to Screening, intake, Admission, Discharges & Transfers for an assigned unit/clinic; accept patient assignments and participate with the registered nurse to implement and document care; Organize workload in collaboration with a co-assigned registered nurse that must administer a medication or perform an assessment/care procedure. Contribute to the plan of care for the patient/family in collaboration with the health care team. Follow physician's orders and nursing directives precisely; carry out STA T orders immediately within the parameters of the LPN Job Description. Transformational leadership Orient children and families to the geography and regulations of the area and expected routines for the child; prepare all assigned children for examination, procedure, or surgery according to the standards and incorporate principles of growth and development. Review the medical record (progress notes and care plans) and reinforce teaching that has been outlined by the Registered Nurse. Teach families how to administer routine medications at home including effects, side effects, and dosage according to preprinted sheets or guidelines outlined by the primary nurse. Implement aspects of the education plan throughout hospitalization/clinic visit under the direction of the Registered Nurse or physician as appropriate; provide feedback to RN regarding patient/family's to teaching. Recognize and escalate patient care via the chain of command Contributes to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by timely completion of education and participation in relevant councils, committees, task forces and community outreach Utilize the current identified process to ensure accurate hand off Demonstrate the ability to work cohesively with the team to meet patient care needs Structural empowerment Refer to physicians and registered nurses as indicated. Performs actions of preventive health care, health maintenance and care of patients at the direction of the delegating registered nurse. Offer extra attention to a child who is alone by sitting with him/her , talking, or playing. Complete all mandatory education and regulatory requirements Develop annual goals and a personal education program with the Supervisor to increase understanding of disease, treatments, etc. Assist a float or an orientee if he/she appears uncomfortable with a procedure within the scope of the LPN job description. Work in a collaborative manner with all members of the the healthcare team Participates in ongoing professional development Exemplary Professional Practice Immediately and accurately document observations, interventions, teaching and the child/family response on the correct form according to established policy and procedure. Participate in the admission/clinic unit data collection and document on appropriate forms. Document medication administration including time, route, signature, and patient responses, as appropriate, on the correct form. Accepts patient assignment and participates with the nurse to implement and document care Gathers physical and psychological data on patient and family , complete accurate and timely patient assignment and required screening. Documents accordingly Demonstrate competency in clinical skills within scope of practice Develops and demonstrates assessment, organizational and prioritization skills necessary to care for patients whose clinical needs change Completes documentation in accordance with policies and procedures Assess and plan proactively for educational needs throughout the patient's hospital/clinic visit Provide medications safely as ordered following the five rights Organize care to complete assignment Demonstrate caring behaviors Propose medication refills after successful completion of medication test based on the departmental or clinical policies and procedures. Safety Place safety first utilizing the safety axioms Recognize and remain with any patient in distress, institute BLS when necessary Continuously validates and verifies information needed for decision making or documentation Demonstrate competency in basic math calculations and conversions Demonstrate accurate , clear and timely verbal and written communication Promotes safety for patients, families, and coworkers Recognizes and escalates abnormal clinical findings and ensures reassessment of all abnormal vital signs and assessments; documents findings appropriately Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met Teamwork/Communication Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior Partner with all team members to achieve goals Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions Performance Improvement/Problem-solving Contribute to a positive work environment Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment Cost Management/Financial Responsibility Use resources efficiently Search for less costly ways of doing things Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations Anacostia Job Nursing Organization Goldberg Cntr Cmnty Ped Hlth Position Status R (Regular) Shift Variable Work Schedule MON - THURS 8AM-830P FRI-SAT 8A-6P VARIED Job Posting Jan 8, 2026, 7:55:01 PM Full-Time Salary Range 51001.6 $68,806.40 - $125,174.40 / year
All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large. Minimum Education BSN (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience Required Skills/Knowledge 2 years RN experience in a comparable setting (Required) The licensed Registered Nurse will successfully complete the hospital and nursing orientation at Children’s National. Keep knowledge base current with new information or changes in specialty area. Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) . Functional Accountabilities Transformational Leadership Contribute to Magnet re-designation as evidenced by independent updating of professional profile and initiation of council involvement, committees, task forces and /or community outreach. Demonstrate critical thinking skills by problem solving appropriately during patient care. Communicate to reflect development of plan of care and ability to advocate to meet patients’ needs. Independently initiate escalation of issues utilizing chain of command. Demonstrate proper use of the currently identified hand off processes. Demonstrate a collegial and respectful relationship with ancillary staff. Participate in implementing change and support management decisions. Role model behavior that reflects empathy, concern and a desire to help others. Structural Empowerment Independently maintain regulatory requirements e.g. license, BLS. Plan for attendance at mandatory education and professional activities to enhance nursing practice. Demonstrate professional review of peers through timely participation in evaluations. Seek out opportunities to participate in enhancing departmental goals by ensuring adherence to national safety standards and service excellence standards; support advancement of education and certification as well. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and role model professional behavior and teamwork with coworkers. Utilize resources as needed and know when to escalate to next level. Exemplary Professional Practice Utilize assessment data gathered from patient and family to ensure completion of data base and plan of care within identified timeframes. Demonstrate clinical skills with complex patients that reflect analysis of patient status and appropriate interventions. Role model skill in prioritization and organization for complex patient with rapidly changing needs. Documentation exemplifies adherence to the highest standards of practice. Anticipate and proactively plan for educational needs verified with patient and family throughout the hospital/outpatient stay and prior to discharge. Role model organizational skills, adjust for changes and is able to complete assignment on time. Demonstrate caring in all encounters with patient and family as evidenced by feedback from parents and an increase in patient satisfaction scores. Safety Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Nursing Organization Cntr for Cancer_ Blood Dsordrs Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule Monda-Friday Job Posting Apr 6, 2026, 10:06:18 PM Full-Time Salary Range 68806.4 
