Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

About Mainspring Recovery Mainspring Recovery is a mission-driven behavioral health organization built on the belief that healing happens when the right people are in the room. We provide care across multiple levels, including Residential, Partial Hospitalization (PHP), and Intensive Outpatient (IOP), supporting individuals and families throughout the recovery process. Every role at Mainspring, clinical and non-clinical alike, contributes to creating safe, structured, and effective environments where people can rebuild their lives. We invest in strong teams, clear systems, and thoughtful leadership, believing meaningful impact comes from doing the work well, supporting one another, and holding ourselves to high standards across the organization. Job Title Licensed Practical Nurse Reports To Director of Nursing/Executive Director Department Nursing Location On-site, Dumfries, VA Employment Type Full-time | Part-time | PRN | Hourly | Non-Exempt Compensation The pay range for this position is $30 - $35 per hour, set in good faith based on the responsibilities of the role, qualifications, and market conditions. Applicable shift differentials: $1 per hour 4:00-7:00pm $2 per hour 7:00pm-7:00am Job Summary We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care, ensuring that all standards of care are met, and working collaboratively with other behavioral healthcare professionals. The LPN will provide general clinical care and supervision to residential clients. Key Responsibilities Assess and triage client medical needs to determine whether urgent, emergent or stable, and refer clients as appropriate during daily morning sick call and throughout the day as needed. Refer clients to urgent care, emergency department, dental, PCP, or on-site provider as clinically indicated. Review medications for all new incoming admissions and update client profile in the medical record. Complete initial intake including vital signs and weight for all new admissions. Monitor vital signs, weight, blood sugar, pain assessment, etc. as requested by medical and/or psychiatrist as part of client’s treatment plan. Organize all medication carts in alphabetical order by patient name, discard and/or return any outdated or discontinued RXs. Document progress note on all client-nurse interactions in the medical record as well as send emails to staff detailing those interactions as necessary. Consult with admission coordinator, clinical director, and medical provider on admissions with complex medical needs, chronic care problems and/or polypharmacy. Review process for requesting sick call appointments and medication administration times with new admissions. Maintain an updated medication list on a daily basis as medications, dosages and administration times for clients are changed by medical providers. Verify all labs are completed timely as ordered. Review, print and scan all lab results into client’s chart. Notify medical provider or psychiatric provider of any abnormal lab values. Review count for controlled substances each shift. Staff PPD screening annually and for new employees. Consult with treatment team including counselors, therapists and recovery support specialists on client’s progress and ongoing medical care needs. Schedule appointments with outside providers and/or specialists as referred by medical provider and/or psychiatric provider. First Aid and medication management Review and Preparation of Documentation for Disability claims on all clients including any records requests for former clients. Patient Education for diabetes, hypertension, nutrition etc. Performs all other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education / Credentials Must hold a current Virginia state LPN license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the standards of the state of Virginia. Experience Minimum of 6 months of Licensed Practical Nurse clinical experience. Mental health and residential substance use disorder nursing experience preferred. Knowledge / Skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to visually assess patient's behavior and distinguish changes in emotions and conditions. Excellent organizational and time management skills. Able to work independently and with a team. Working Conditions Direct care position Full-time, Part-time, 24-40 hours per week, weekdays and/or weekends vary based on shifts available - inquire to learn more, some holidays Full-time, 8:30am-5:00pm Full-time, 8:30am-7:00pm Full-time, 11:30am-10:00pm Part-time, 7:00pm-7:30am PRN (Shifts vary based on needs) Why This Role Matters Pre-Employment Requirements Mainspring conducts, as required, job-related background checks, drug testing, TB testing, verification of employment history, and/or reference checks prior to employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Mainspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EEO Is The Law The Pay Range For This Role Is 30 - 35 USD per hour(Dumfries, VA) #J-18808-Ljbffr