Psychiatric LPN — Acute Care & Patient Advocacy

Riverside Mental Health and Recovery Center; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Hampton, VA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, caring for patients and their environment. You will support the plan of care, perform treatments, monitor vitals and glucose, and ensure safe patient transitions.

The ideal candidate has a Practical Nursing program, a high school diploma or GED, a VA LPN license, and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Program Graduate, Practical Nursing (Required) and High School Diploma or GED (Required).
• 1 year Acute care experience (Preferred).
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Virginia (Required).
• CPR/BLS Certification (Required).

Responsibilities

• Under RN supervision, implement plan of care and treatments for patients.
• Demonstrate nursing skills including vitals, blood sugars, and medication administration.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to coordinate care.
• Ensure safe patient transitions and accurate clinical documentation per standards.

Skills

Vital signs

Blood glucose monitoring

Medication administration

Patient education

Collaborative care

Education

Practical Nursing Program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

LPN license (VA)

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Riverside Health System in Hampton, VA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, caring for patients and their environment. You will support the plan of care, perform treatments, monitor vitals and glucose, and ensure safe patient transitions.

The ideal candidate has a Practical Nursing program, a high school diploma or GED, a VA LPN license, and CPR/BLS certification.