Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Woodbridge, VA (FT)

ConnectionsHS; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their dedicated team in providing essential behavioral health crisis care. In this role, you will be instrumental in administering medications, conducting assessments, and educating patients and their families about treatment options. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, a strong background in behavioral health, and the ability to perform crisis interventions. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on individuals in need while working within a supportive and compassionate environment. Join a mission-driven team that is committed to improving access to care and inspiring hope in the community.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401k Company Match

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Online Subscription to Headspace

Qualifications

• Must have an active LPN license and 2 years of experience in behavioral health.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention and patient care techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and document care for youth and adults in crisis.
• Collaborate with RNs on care plans and perform clinical tasks as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Behavioral Health Knowledge

Crisis Intervention

Communication Skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program

Licensed Practical Nurse License

Tools

EHR Systems

Job description

Overview Day and Night Full-time, Part-time, and PRN Positions Available
We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people. Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support. Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

What You'll Do:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is vital in delivering comprehensive care to both youth and adults, 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.
• Medication Administration and Documentation:
  • Transcribe Provider orders and administer medications as prescribed.
  • Coordinate with individuals to sign medication consent forms.
  • Perform chart checks, sign off as a secondary verifier for prescribed medications, and ensure accurate medication reconciliation and storage.
• Clinical Tasks:
  • Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by Providers.
  • Accurately record all medications brought in by individuals.
• 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.
• Crisis Intervention:
  • Use appropriate verbal interventions to defuse potentially dangerous or out-of-control behaviors in both youth and adult populations.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in therapeutic intervention techniques, with a clear understanding of safety-related roles and responsibilities.
• Emergency Response:
  • Administer emergency medications as ordered during seclusion/restraint processes under supervision of Registered Nurse.
  • Maintain thorough knowledge of psychotropic medications and their applications.
• Additional Duties:
  • Perform any other duties as assigned to support the team and individuals in care.

What You'll Bring:

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program
• An unrestricted, active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Virginia Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege
• 2 years of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant field
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to obtain a State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period, including but not limited to obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI), Medallion enrollment, Medicare enrollment, and any other necessary credentials as required for the role.

It would be great if you had:

• Knowledge of EHR systems

What We Offer:

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).
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation).
• 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.
• Online Subscription to Headspace, a digital mindfulness and meditation platform.
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan.

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EEO Statement

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. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.