Licensed Practical Nurse

Title Licensed Practical Nurse State Role Title Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses Hiring Range $56,115 -$77,439 Pay Band 3 Agency Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location Catawba Hospital Agency Website Recruitment Type General Public - G Job Duties Collects and reports data for the development of patient plan of care to the Registered Nurse. Completes documentation in the medical record. Delivers patient care that is age-specific for assigned patients. Follows Physician’s Orders and Treatment Plans. Transcribes and administers medication and treatments and evaluates patient response as defined in policy and procedure. Observes and reports medication events in a timely, accurate manner (Adverse Drug Reaction and medication variances). Assists patient with activities of daily living (ADL) within the guidelines of policies and procedures. Identifies and reports patient behavioral and physical change in a timely and accurate manner. Provides education to patients and families with appropriate documentation in the medical record. Keeps accurate and timely records for the development of behavioural interventions. Actively participates in the implementation of behavioral guidelines. Performs assignments utilizing principles of Recovery Model. Operational Responsibility Initiates and participates in activities that improve patient care and implements changes as directed. Assists Registered Nurse with implementation of unit milieu. Assists Registered Nurse to supervise Nursing Assistants and Patient Care Assistants in-patient care delivery and interventions with written documentation. Identifies need for and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients. Assists in on-unit education and development of staff. Education and Skill Development Attends all mandatory in-services. Completes 12 hours of training to meet training needs and developmental plan. Shares information from committees, workgroups, PI Teams and in-services. Minimum Qualifications Must have a valid LPN license issued by the Virginia Department of Health Professions Board of Nursing. LPN-As are encouraged to apply. Clinical knowledge of principles and practices of practical nursing, medication administration, psychiatric disorders, and developmental processes. Ability to implement planned nursing care and provides guidance to other staff. Demonstrate competence as defined on Competency Assessment. Additional Considerations Mental health and/or long-term care experience is preferred. Background Investigation All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This investigation may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, Department of Social Services/Child Protective Services checks, employment verification, and verification of education relevant to the position. Under Virginia Code 37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (DBHDS) cannot employ or utilize as volunteers, individuals convicted of specific ("barrier") crimes or those with pending "barrier" charges. Equal Opportunity The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to conducting all aspects of human resource management without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race, including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.* There shall be no retaliation against anyone making allegations of violations of this policy. Veteran Preference DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. We highly encourage veterans, active members of the Virginia National Guard, and U.S. Military Reserve members to apply and respond accordingly on the state application. Benefits your choice of health plans paid life insurance retirement plans 14 paid holidays in 2026 annual leave family personal leave sick leave employee discount programs Contact Information Name: Beth Rhodes Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr