Licensed Practical Nurse

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse State Role Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Hiring Range: $55,439 - $76,505 Pay Band: 3 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Hiram Davis Medical Center Agency Website: Recruitment Type: General Public - G Job Duties Hiram 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. 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. KSA's And Competencies Required For The Positions 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 Considerations Experience working in a long-term care setting 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. 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 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! Contact Information Name: HWDMC HR Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Alternative Hiring Process In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process. #J-18808-Ljbffr Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services