Posted 3w ago

Licensed Practical Nurse

@ Western Tidewater Community Service Board
Suffolk, Virginia, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:Implement service plans, Assess health status, Administer medications
Requirements Summary:LPN with Virginia license or Nurse Licensure Compact; at least 1 year in mental health or residential setting; driver license; proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with EMR and Medicaid/Medicare regulations preferred.
Technical Tools Mentioned:Microsoft Office, Electronic Medical Records
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Western Tidewater Community Service Board welcomes you to join our team!

 

At WTCSB our mission is to provide a coordinated system of quality recovery-oriented care in Mental Health, Intellectual Disability, and Substance Abuse Services to the citizens of the cities of Franklin and Suffolk and the counties of Smithfield/Isle of Wight and Southampton. We continually strive to value staff, support diversity, and promote excellence and personal choice in the provision of consumer care.

We seek a Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse at our Crisis Reciving Center! 

 

Location: Suffolk, VA

 

Responsibilities & Duties for Full-Time LPN:

 

  • Implement and maintain Individual Service Plans for consumers.
  • Conduct ongoing physical and mental health assessments.
  • Maintain accurate consumer records and monitor safety.
  • Supervise and oversee individual medical treatment programs.
  • Administer and deliver prescribed medications as needed.
  • Educate consumers on medication compliance and potential side effects.
  • Assess vital signs, height, weight, and monitor medication compliance.
  • Complete prior authorizations and assist with psychiatric medication needs.
  • Ensure compliance with agency policies and relevant local, state, and federal regulations.

Qualifications and Skills for Full-Time LPN:

  • Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program.
  • Current, unrestricted LPN license in Virginia or from a Nurse Licensure Compact State.
  • Minimum of 1 year of LPN experience in a mental health program and/or residential setting.
  • Minimum of 1 year of LPN experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.
  • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable DMV record.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Preferred: Experience with electronic medical records and basic knowledge of Medicaid/Medicare regulations.

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance/Life Insurance
  • Virginia Retirement System plan
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Vacation/Sick leave/Holiday pay
  • Legal Resources
  • VA529-Tuition Savings
  • Critical & Accidental Insurance
  • Tuition discount-South University
  • Aflac
  • Working Advantage – shopping discount

 

To Apply:

Submit a cover letter and resume via Indeed, or on our job board at www.wtcsb.org.   ONLY THOSE APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. WTCSB is a drug, alcohol & smoke free workplace.  Visit our website, www.wtcsb.org for more information or email [email protected] .

WTCSB is an equal opportunity employer

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