Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseHiram W. Davis Medical Center, located in Petersburg, Virginia, is a medical facility providing acute medical diagnoses, skilled care, intermediate care, and long-term care to individuals receiving services in DBHDS facilities and within the community that have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Admissions to HWDMC are generally either permanent placement or special hospitalization. Patients typically come to HWDMC as a special hospitalization for step-down to stabilize, post-surgery rehabilitation, or long-term care. Hiram Davis Medical Center is currently recruiting Licensed Practical Nurses for the Evening and Night Shift to provide direct and skilled nursing support to patients of all ages, assisting with personal care, daily activities, nourishment, mobility, and restorative exercises. Duties include: Monitor and document patient health, behavior, and treatments and reporting any changes to licensed staff. Support one-to-one supervision, safe patient transport, and maintain a clean, safe environment. Coordinate staffing, participate in therapeutic activities, and ensure care is delivered according to hospital policies and standards. Knowledgeable in practical nursing principles, patient care, anatomy, pharmacology, and hospital safety. Skilled in medication administration, patient assessments, IV/PICC care, catheterizations, and restorative exercises. Able to implement care plans, supervise staff, provide one-to-one patient care, and respond to emergencies. Proficient in documentation, communication, and coordinating patient transport and behavioral plans, with flexibility to work varied shifts and overtime. LPN's will possibly work two 12 hour shifts and two 8 hour shifts per week or a schedule to equal 40 hours.Minimum Qualifications- Current licensure as LPN with the Virginia State Board of Nursing or equivalent compact license. - Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing along with successful completion of an acceptable Pharmacology course. - Knowledge of medication administration and EHR systems.Additional ConsiderationsExperience working in a long-term care setting preferred.Special InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position. Applications and résumés for this position are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia's Electronic Recruitment System only. Interview decisions will be based solely on the information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please ensure you detail all relevant work experience clearly and specifically; we will not make assumptions about your qualifications. This position is open until filled; however, applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date. 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. Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require assistance or accommodation, please notify Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). 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: DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including your choice of health plans, paid life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, employee discount programs, and more!