LPN

Envision Health Inc; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

PTO

Paid Holidays

Group Life Insurance

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Envision Health Inc. is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team in Virginia.

You will provide community-based nursing, medication management, and support to adults with serious mental illness within a multidisciplinary setting. The role emphasizes collaboration with RNs and psychiatric providers, adherence to Virginia DBHDS/DMAS/TMACT standards, and involvement in daily team meetings, care coordination, and crisis response as

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in Virginia required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, community health, or substance use services preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Valid Virginia driver's license with reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide community-based nursing services and support to ACT participants.
• Assist with medication management, monitoring, and education.
• Administer medications and injections under supervision of RN or treating provider.
• Monitor treatment effectiveness, side effects, and overall wellness.
• Assist clients in understanding diagnoses, treatment plans, and medications.
• Coordinate with pharmacies and providers regarding medications and healthcare needs.
• Participate in daily ACT team meetings and treatment planning.
• Conduct wellness checks and medical appointment follow-up.
• Assist with crisis intervention and stabilization as directed by ACT team.
• Support transitions from hospitals or other placements.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Ensure confidentiality and HIPAA/DBHDS/DMAS compliance.
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation.

Skills

Active LPN license

Behavioral health experience

Strong communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Driver's license

Community-based service delivery

Job description

Position Title

Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location

Multiple Community-Based Service Areas - Virginia

Employment Type

Full-Time | Community-Based | Flexible Schedule

Position Overview

Envision Health Inc. is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our multidisciplinary Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team. The ACT LPN provides community-based nursing support and medication management services to adults with serious mental illness (SMI), co-occurring disorders, and complex behavioral health needs.

This role supports the ACT Registered Nurse and psychiatric providers in delivering integrated, person-centered care in accordance with Virginia DBHDS, DMAS, and TMACT standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide community-based nursing services and support to individuals enrolled in ACT services
• Assist with medication management, medication monitoring, and medication education
• Administer medications and injections as ordered under the supervision of the RN and/or prescribing provider
• Monitor individuals for medication effectiveness, side effects, and overall wellness
• Assist clients in understanding diagnoses, treatment plans, and medication regimens
• Coordinate with pharmacies, medical providers, hospitals, and treatment teams regarding medication and healthcare needs
• Participate in daily ACT team meetings and treatment planning discussions
• Conduct wellness checks and support individuals with medical appointment follow-up
• Assist with crisis response and stabilization interventions as directed by the ACT team
• Support transitions from hospitals, residential placements, shelters, or correctional settings
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation within the electronic health record (EHR)
• Ensure confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, DBHDS, DMAS, and agency policies
• Participate in after-hours on-call rotation as required

Qualifications

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, community health, or substance use services preferred
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and chronic behavioral health conditions preferred
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
• Valid Virginia driver's license with reliable transportation required
• Ability to provide services throughout the community setting daily

Preferred Experience

• ACT Team experience
• Community mental health services
• Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
• Crisis intervention services
• TMACT-informed service delivery
• Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel throughout service areas daily
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and complete community visits throughout the workday
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Supportive Team Environment

Work Environment

This position primarily operates in community settings and requires field-based service delivery. The ACT LPN works collaboratively with the ACT team to promote recovery, independence, and overall wellness for individuals receiving services.