Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week), Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Location: Landover Wellness Center, Lynchburg, VA 24501

Compensation dependent on experience

 

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) working in the Horizon Clinics are responsible for the overall medical care of assigned adult clients, including the service delivery of basic nursing assessments; delivery of client/family education and diagnostic procedures; consultation with physicians; and carrying out of doctor's orders.

Required Education and Experience

• The successful completion of a course of study that allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of VA is required.
• One year of experience providing nursing services as an LPN is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of community mental health and public health to provide advocacy and enhance an individual’s treatment and access to community resources. Knowledge of nursing best practices. Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, physical health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse. Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments.

Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required. Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, and provide services to clients at other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites; the ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training, including both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.

THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY

We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusive to public service workers in Virginia, while several options are available for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy, ensuring time for wellness, with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community throughout the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA-approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities. 

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Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).