Licensed Practical Nurse

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Licensed Practical Nurse

DBHDS operates 12 facilities to support individuals across the state. This role is at Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute, a 72‑bed Joint Commission accredited state mental health facility in Danville, VA.

Southern Virginia Mental Health Institute — Danville, VA.

• Hiring Range: $53,564 negotiable based on relevant years of experience.
• Pay Band: 3
• Shift Differentials
  • 1st shift weekend: $3.00 per hour
  • 2nd shift weekday: $3.50 per hour
  • 2nd shift weekend/holidays: $3.50 per hour
  • 3rd shift weekday: $2.50 per hour
  • 3rd shift weekend/holidays: $4.00 per hour
• Sign‑on bonus: $3,000 for new LPNs who remain for 1 year.
• State benefits: 13 paid holidays; 12+ paid vacation days; 8 paid sick days; 4+ paid family personal days;
  Family Medical Leave; short‑ and long‑term disability coverage; low‑cost Anthem or AETNA health insurance; group life and optional life insurance; flexible reimbursement accounts.
• Other state benefits:
  Referral bonuses; state employee discounts; and more.

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, using skills appropriate to level of training and competency based on patient’s individual treatment plan.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Teach and encourage self‑care skills.
• Work day‑shift floats (7:00 AM–7:30 PM) and one 12‑hour shift per week; may be required to work overtime.
• Work weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
• Complete a consecutive 4‑week New Employee Orientation; hours 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with one‑hour lunch break on week 1.

• Graduation from an approved Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Licensed (or ability to become licensed) and in good standing as an LPN in Virginia.
• Current driver’s license in good standing, active throughout employment.
• Knowledge of theory and practice of nursing and psychiatric nursing.
• Successful completion of BLS, Therapeutic Options (TO) and other required training upon employment.
• Effective interpersonal communication, team‑focused care, and professional approach.

• Experience in psychiatric, acute care, long‑term or correctional settings.
• Veterans and people with National Service experience.
• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.

• Fingerprint‑based criminal history check, drug screen and reference checks required for selected candidate.
• May be required to disclose immunization status for infection prevention and/or management of outbreaks; new recruits must disclose and provide proof of vaccination if fully vaccinated.

SVMHI is an equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people with national service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO/AA/TTY.