Licensed Practical Nurse

LPN - PACT

Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week), Day Shift

Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501

Compensation dependent on experience

Position Summary

The LPN - PACT is responsible for the overall medical care of assigned individuals, including the delivery service of basic nursing assessments; delivery of client/family education and diagnostic procedures; consultation with physicians; and carrying out of doctor's orders. 75% of nursing care is provided in the community setting.

Required Education and Experience

Education Requirements

• The successful completion of a course of study that allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of VA is required.

Types of Experience

• 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 in order to provide advocacy and enhance an individual's treatment and access to community resources.
• Knowledge of nursing best practice.
• 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.
• Ability to safely administer medications.
• Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively in order to facilitate treatment and relay information to others as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to perform medical interviews in order to obtain information and to formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals.
• Ability to produce, read, and relay medical lab results.
• Ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships.
• Ability to promote positive, collaborative, and professional working relations among co-workers and representatives in the community.
• Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to respond effectively to changes in the work environment in a positive and professional manner.
• Ability to identify and measure outcomes.
• Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.

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 exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist 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 through 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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