LPN | 1st Shift, Sign-On Bonus, 36–48 Hr Weeks

Virginia Information Technologies Agency - DHRM; Staunton (VA); Presencial; USD 56.000 - 77.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Comprehensive state benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for 1st shift to provide direct patient care in a 24/7 psychiatric hospital.

Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation in the EHR, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for a diverse patient population. A competitive shift differential applies and a $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible applicants.

Formación

• Knowledge of illness and treatment modalities including medication administration.

Responsabilidades

• Provide work direction to PNA staff under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
• Maintain accountability for a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.
• Foster healthy interpersonal interactions within various units.
• Observe, document, and report on patient treatments, behaviors, and overall wellbeing.
• Administer medication and treatments while ensuring continuity of care through effective communication.
• Promote health and wellness education and monitor the functionality of equipment.
• Perform skilled nursing care for patients with complex mental and physical conditions within the scope of an LPN license.
• Monitor and document vital signs in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Provide one-on-one direct observations.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral situations.

Conocimientos

LPN

Nursing Care

Medication Administration

Patient Observation

Vital Signs

BLS

Educación

LPN license

Herramientas

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Descripción del empleo

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for 1st shift to provide direct patient care in a 24/7 psychiatric hospital.

Responsibilities include medication administration, documentation in the EHR, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment for a diverse patient population. A competitive shift differential applies and a $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible applicants.