Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Crisis Center $5K Hiring Bonus

Horizon Behavioral Health; Lynchburg (VA); In loco; USD 29.000 - 43.000; Tempo pieno

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VRS benefits

Wellness programs

Paid holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

Horizon Behavioral Health is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Crisis Receiving Center in Lynchburg, VA. The role involves managing medical care under RN supervision, administering medications, and coordinating with physicians.

New hires may receive a $5,000 signing bonus paid in installments; a 10% salary differential and shift premiums apply for night shift and required hours. Benefits and wellness programs are highlighted by Horizon.

Competenze

• Must be licensed as LPN in Virginia.
• One year of LPN experience required.
• Ability to lift 50–80 pounds.
• Willingness to work weekends/holidays and travel as needed.

Mansioni

• Manage medical care for assigned individuals under RN direction.
• Administer medications and perform diagnostic procedures as ordered.
• Provide client/family education and coordinate with physicians.
• Maintain accurate documentation and participate in safety protocols.

Conoscenze

Medication administration

Nursing knowledge

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Drive and travel

Formazione

LPN licensure VA

Descrizione del lavoro

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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Crisis Center $5K Hiring Bonus

Full Time Professional Lynchburg, VA, US

Salary Range: $21.40 To $31.00 Hourly

Hours: full-time (37.5 hours per week - overtime eligible), and part-time (up to 29 hours per week)

Location: Lynchburg VA, 24501

$5000 Hiring Bonus for NEW Crisis Receiving Center Night Shift LPN's, active as of 04/21/2026, $5000 Total, paid in three (3) installments; $2000 upon receipt of the following: Background clearances, including fingerprint background check, Acceptable drug screen results, Satisfactory references; $1500 upon satisfactory completion of the six (6) month probationary period; $1500 upon completion of twelve (12) months of continuous employment, with a satisfactory performance evaluation. This hiring bonus is applicable to new hires only, or otherwise, individuals not having been employed for a minimum of 1 year from the date application is received

This position will include a 10% Salary Differential which will be paid annually. This salary differential is associated exclusively with providing services in the Crisis Receiving Center. In addition, each employee who works between the required hours will receive a Shift Premium .

Wait until you see how Horizon's benefits are the best around! Virginia Retirement System (see details about VRS online); 11 paid holidays with separate yearly allocated sick leave and separate accrued annual leave with yearly rollover; emphasis on wellness, career ladder and development opportunities; HSA and FSA plans, annual wellness programs, local discounts, and much more.

Position Summary

TheLicensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) working in the Horizon Behavioral Health Crisis Receiving and Stabilization Center are responsible for management of the overall medical care of assigned individuals at the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. LPNs are responsible for providing nursing care to crisis stabilization, detox, and clients in need of medical clearance. This includes the service delivery of medication administration and diagnostic procedures along with delivery of client/family education, consultation with physicians, and carrying out of provider's orders.

Required Education and Experience

Education Requirements

• The successful completion of a course of study that allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of VA is required.

Types of Experience

• One year of experience providing nursing services as an LPN is required or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to physical health and intellectual disabilities.
• Knowledge of nursing best practices.
• Administer medications.
• Analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques.
• Perform medical interviews in order to obtain information and to formulate appropriate treatment plans and referrals.
• Produce, read, and relay medical lab results.
• Commitment to serving the ID/DD population.
• Ability to respond quickly to correct situations deemed to be hazardous, especially to consumers.
• Ability to record data and complete documentation within established expectations and by communicated deadlines.
• Ability to work in and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to lift and transfer consumers up to an average of 50 to 80 pounds.
• Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills: verbally, person-to-person and through use of the telephone, and written
• Able to train staff to implement training programs for the individuals
• Safely assist individuals with all aspects of physical management including equipment use, safe lifting and physical assistance.
• Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holiday, etc.) as required.
• Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license. May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, provide services to client @other locations. Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites.
• Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training; includes both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed.

THE BEST BENEFITS FOR THOSE WHO TAKE CARE OF THE COMMUNITY

We’re proud to offer some of the best benefits options in Central Virginia. Participation in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) is exclusively for public service workers in Virginia, while several options exist for life, health, dental, and vision insurance. Emphasis on work-life balance means a generous annual leave policy ensuring time for wellness with separate time allocated for sick leave and additionally for paid holidays. Stay active with Horizon’s annual wellness programs and various opportunities to interact with the community through the year. Horizon’s clinical sites are NHSC/HRSA approved for clinical student loan repayment and qualify for both the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) and the Behavioral Health State Loan Repayment (BHLRP) programs. If you are interested in continuing your education, working at Horizon qualifies you to receive discounts at some local universities.

Horizon Behavioral Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).