Licensed Practical Nurse (Night Shift) Job at Department of Behavioral Health an

Overview

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (Night Shift)

State Role Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Hiring Range: $53,564 - $73,918

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop

Location: Hiram Davis Medical Center

Agency Website: https://dbhds.virginia.gov/facilities/hwdmc/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Open until filled; applications reviewed within five (5) days of posting date.

Responsibilities

• Clinical knowledge of principles and practices of practical nursing and the ability to implement planned nursing care and provide guidance to other staff.
• Knowledge of normal anatomy and physiology, pharmacology, body mechanics, nursing procedures, growth and development, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Skills in performing patient assessments, medication administration, tube feedings, sterile and non-sterile treatments, suctioning, tracheotomy care and catheterizations.
• Ability to carry out nursing care procedures including the physical ability to turn, bend and lift helpless patients without restrictions.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to work overtime as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure as LPN with the Virginia State Board of Nursing.
• Graduation from an accredited School of Practical Nursing along with successful completion of an acceptable Pharmacology course.
• Proven experience as a licensed practical nurse in a long-term care setting or in a facility providing care to the mentally ill or mentally retarded.

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Applications and résumés are accepted electronically through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Electronic Recruitment System. Interview decisions will be based on information provided in your electronic application and/or résumé. Please detail all relevant work experience clearly; no assumptions will be made about qualifications. You will receive a confirmation of receipt once your application and/or résumé has been successfully submitted. To check status, refer to “Your Application.”

This position is open until filled; however, applications/résumés will begin to be reviewed within five (5) days of the posting date.

Background and Accessibility

Background Investigation: All applicants are subject to an extensive background investigation and a pre-employment drug screening. This may include fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, and education verification relevant to the position.

Reasonable Accommodations: Reasonable accommodations are available during the application and/or interview process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. To request accommodations, contact Human Resources at (804) 524-7300 during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).

Equal Opportunity and Veteran Preferences

Equal Opportunity: The Commonwealth of Virginia is committed to equal employment without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, or pregnancy. There shall be no retaliation for harassment of any policy violations.

Veteran Preference: DBHDS is a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer and provides hiring preference to qualified veterans and service members. Veterans and active duty members are encouraged to apply and indicate veteran status on the state application.

Benefits

DBHDS offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health plans, life insurance, retirement plans, 13 paid holidays, annual leave, family personal leave, sick leave, and employee discount programs.

Contact Information

Name: Taylor Mayton

Phone: (804) 524-7300

Email: taylor.mayton@dbhds.virginia.gov

Notes

In support of inclusion, applicants may use the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. See AHP Letter (formerly COD) from DARS/DBVI for eligibility. Service-Connected Veterans should submit disability documentation to DARS/DBVI to obtain an AHP Letter.