Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN), Crisis Services

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Crisis Services

Full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position with overnight shift at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board.

Annual Salary: $51,253 with a $2,000 sign-on bonus. Shift: 11:00 pm – 7:30 am with rotating weekends.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the staff psychiatrist in prescribing, administering, and monitoring medications for clients.
• Conduct routine physical and mental health nursing assessments.
• Provide supportive counseling and monitor medical needs.
• Administer methadone when necessary.
• Conduct intake and follow-up interviews, complete physical assessments, and perform drug and TB testing.
• Maintain detailed documentation and ensure secure storage, handling, and disposal of medications.

Required Qualifications:

• Current and valid Virginia State Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Virginia State Board of Nursing.
• At least one year of experience in medication administration, substance abuse treatment, psychiatric care, or long-term care settings.
• Valid Virginia Driver's License.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools for record keeping.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience administering narcotic medications.
• Background in long-term care facilities.

Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and participation in the Virginia Retirement System.

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.

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