Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full Time Night/PRN PT Weekends

Earn More with Shift Differentials

Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:

• $2/hr - Monday‑Thursday Nights
• $6/hr - Friday‑Sunday Nights
• $2/hr - Saturday‑Sunday Days

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is vital in delivering comprehensive care focusing on the administration and documentation of medications, transcribing provider orders, and performing continuous assessments. The role encompasses gathering detailed data on behavioral and physical health, including substance use history, and accurately documenting observed behaviors and interventions. Additionally, the LPN is responsible for educating individuals and their families about behavioral health diagnoses and medications during both admission and discharge, aiming to enhance treatment adherence and overall care outcomes.

Nursing Support and Collaboration:

Contribute data for the Nursing Assessment, ongoing re‑assessment, and health history under the direct supervision of an RN.

Collaborate with the RN on the individual’s care plan, reporting pertinent information such as blood glucose levels, CIWA/CINA scores, and breathalyzer results.

Perform chart checks, sign off as a secondary verifier for prescribed medications, and ensure accurate medication reconciliation and storage.

Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by providers.

Behavioral Health Support:

Assist Behavioral Health Specialists in managing the milieu and gathering information related to psychopharmacological and physiological needs for both youth and adults.

Provide education on physical health, psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, and psychopharmacology to individuals, their families, and others involved in their care.

Use appropriate verbal interventions to defuse potentially dangerous or out‑of‑control behaviors in both youth and adult populations.

Emergency Response:

Administer emergency medications as ordered during seclusion/restraint processes under supervision of a registered nurse.

Maintain thorough knowledge of psychotropic medications and their applications.

Perform any other duties as assigned to support the team and individuals in care.

standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight).

Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast‑paced environment.

Graduation from an accredited nursing program.

An unrestricted, active license as an LPN through the Virginia Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege.

2 years of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, or a relevant field.

Vaccination Policy: The company has a mandatory vaccination policy. State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance.

Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check.

Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search.

Full‑time only:

Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.

CHS pays for basic life, AD&D, short and long‑term disability.

Voluntary life insurance option for employees and their families.

Health savings accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan).

Flexible spending accounts (health care and dependent care).

Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays.

All employees (pool, part‑time and full‑time):

Employee assistance program to help with confidential emotional support, work‑life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support.

After 90 days, you are auto‑enrolled in the 401(k) plan.

Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance Employer.

Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.