PRN Behavioral Health LVN - On-Call Nursing Support

Center For Discovery; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Center For Discovery in Fairfax, VA seeks an LVN/LPN to provide compassionate nursing care within a behavioral health setting. You will monitor patient status, assist with assessments, and help with safe medication administration in a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes documentation, regulatory compliance, and ongoing education, including CPR and CPI/Serv Safe certifications within specified timeframes. On-site, PRN shifts support 12-hour coverage while promoting safety and recovery.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an approved nursing program with a current licensure from an appropriate state licensing board in good standing.
• Preferred: Experience as a staff nurse, preferably in chemical dependency and/or behavioral health.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.
• One year experience preferred working in mental health, substance use, or eating disorders field.
• Possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support (CPR and First Aid) certification.
• Obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Eating Disorder and Mental Health Division: Obtain Serv Safe certification within 90 days of hire if applicable

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to a diverse behavioral health population, fostering a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-oriented environment.
• Support patient assessments by collecting relevant clinical data within LVN/LPN scope of practice.
• Perform vital signs, basic assessments, and approved procedures to monitor patient health and inform care planning.
• Observe, document, and promptly report changes in mental status, physical condition, or safety risks.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and elevate concerns to licensed providers as needed.
• Administer medications as prescribed, including PRNs, in accordance with scope of practice and organizational policy.
• Document medication administration, patient response, and effectiveness within required timelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date Medication Administration Records (MAR).
• Perform medication counts, reconciliation, and auditing processes to ensure compliance and safety.
• Enter medication orders into the electronic medical record (as directed) with accuracy and timeliness.
• Verify and secure medications brought in by patients, families, or providers in accordance with policy.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses, physicians, psychiatrists, and interdisciplinary team members to support coordinated care.
• Communicate key updates, including new admissions and changes in patient status, to appropriate team members.
• Reinforce patient education related to medication adherence and safe medication use within LVN/LPN scope.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation using approved terminology and standards.
• Document incidents, medication errors, and safety concerns in alignment with organizational protocols.
• Adhere to all state, federal, and organizational regulations, including privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and compliance standards, including the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Policy.
• Deliver care using the nursing process (data collection, planning, implementation, evaluation) under RN or provider supervision.
• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and accountability in all aspects of the role.
• Maintain current knowledge of applicable regulations, best practices, and clinical standards.
• Participate in required trainings, competency validations, and ongoing professional development.
• Support program needs and perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

LPN/LVN license

BLS CPR certification

CPI certification within 90 days

Serv Safe certification within 90 days

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Center For Discovery in Fairfax, VA seeks an LVN/LPN to provide compassionate nursing care within a behavioral health setting. You will monitor patient status, assist with assessments, and help with safe medication administration in a multidisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes documentation, regulatory compliance, and ongoing education, including CPR and CPI/Serv Safe certifications within specified timeframes. On-site, PRN shifts support 12-hour coverage while promoting safety and recovery.