Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Registered Nurse - RCSU Facility
About The Position
Life Consultants Inc. is seeking compassionate and dependable LPNs and RNs 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
Requirements
- Active LPN or RN license in Virginia
- Strong clinical and critical thinking skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment
- Reliable and professional
- Must be available for: Evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays (as needed)
- High-interaction role working with individuals in crisis
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
- Monitor for side effects and effectiveness
- Maintain accurate Medication Administration Records (MAR)
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in EMR
- Document assessments, interventions, and changes in condition
- Ensure compliance with DBHDS and regulatory standards
- Take and record vital signs as required
- Perform basic physical assessments (skin checks, respiratory, etc.)
- Monitor pain levels and report concerns
- Work closely with clinicians, supervisors, and leadership
- Assist with discharge planning and follow-up care
- Support individualized service plans
- Support individuals in crisis using de-escalation and therapeutic communication
- Maintain a calm, structured, and safe environment
- 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
- Follow infection control and safety protocols
- Maintain confidentiality (HIPAA/PHI compliance)
- Adhere to all company and DBHDS regulations
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
