Licensed Practical Nurse/ RNs and PRNs - RCSU Facility

Life Consultants Inc; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Life Consultants Inc. is seeking compassionate LPNs for its Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit in Virginia. You will provide hands-on nursing care to individuals experiencing acute mental health crises and help them stabilize and transition safely back into the community.

Join a team-focused environment with opportunities to grow within behavioral health, supporting clinical care, medication management, and coordinated discharge planning in a 24/7 residential setting.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Virginia.
• Strong clinical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Reliable and professional.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care in a residential crisis setting.
• Conduct nursing assessments at admission and throughout stay.
• Monitor physical and mental health status.
• Respond to medical and behavioral concerns.
• Administer medications as prescribed and maintain MAR.
• Complete accurate documentation in EMR and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support discharge planning and care coordination.
• Assist with light housekeeping duties and meal support as part of residential care.

Skills

LPN License Virginia

Clinical & critical thinking

Team collaboration

Reliability

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Licensed Practical Nurse

Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit

Now Hiring: LPNs – Make an Impact in Behavioral Health

Life Consultants Inc. is seeking compassionate and dependable LPNs to join our Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit (RCSU) team. In this role, you will provide hands‑on nursing care and support individuals experiencing acute mental health crises, helping them stabilize and transition safely back into the community.

If you’re passionate about mental health, patient care, and making a real difference, we want to hear from you.

Why Work With Us?

• Supportive, team‑oriented work environment
• Meaningful work that impacts lives daily
• Opportunity to grow within behavioral health
• Hands‑on experience in crisis stabilization

What You’ll Do

Clinical & Nursing Care

• Provide direct nursing care in a residential crisis setting
• Conduct nursing assessments at admission and throughout stay
• Monitor physical and mental health status
• Respond to medical and behavioral concerns

Medication Management

• Administer medications as prescribed
• Monitor for side effects and effectivenessMaintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MAR)

Documentation & Compliance

• Complete accurate and timely documentation in EMR
• Document assessments, interventions, and changes in condition
• Ensure compliance with DBHDS and regulatory standards

Monitoring & Assessments

• Take and record vital signs as required
• Perform basic physical assessments (skin checks, respiratory, etc.)
• Monitor pain levels and report concerns

Team Collaboration & Care Coordination

• Work closely with clinicians, supervisors, and leadership
• Assist with discharge planning and follow‑up care
• Support individualized service plans

Behavioral Health Support

• Support individuals in crisis using de‑escalation and therapeutic communication
• Maintain a calm, structured, and safe environment

Residential Responsibilities (IMPORTANT)

This is a hands‑on residential role, and all staff are expected to contribute to maintaining a safe and comfortable living environment for clients.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with meal preparation and basic cooking for residents
• Supporting light housekeeping duties (cleaning common areas, ensuring cleanliness of the home)
• Encouraging and modeling daily living skills for residents

Safety & Compliance

• Follow infection control and safety protocols
• Maintain confidentiality (HIPAA/PHI compliance)
• Adhere to all company and DBHDS regulations

Qualifications

Required

• Active LPN license in Virginia

• Strong clinical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, team environment
• Reliable and professional

Schedule & Work Environment

• 24/7 residential setting
• Must be available for:
• Evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays (as needed)
• High-interaction role working with individuals in crisis

Work Environment

The LPN will work in a residential facility providing crisis stabilization services, requiring flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to ensure 24/7 coverage. The role involves direct interaction with individuals experiencing acute behavioral health crises, necessitating a calm and supportive approach.