Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Grafton Integrated Health Network • Berryville, VA

1d • $30 - $41

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing services and health care to Grafton clients. The role monitors clients’ health and general wellbeing, manages health issues, and provides care. The LPN reports to the Nurse Manager and may work available day or overnight hours. This is a PRN position.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid LPN license from the State Board of Nursing.
• One year or moderate experience as a practical nurse in a behavioral health setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous medication administration experience.
• Thorough knowledge of practical nursing techniques.
• Computer proficiency.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain effective working relationships with clients and other employees.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate clients; obtain and review relevant medical data; collect vital signs and specimens; and monitor clients’ responses to treatment.
• Carry out treatment plans while assisting registered nurses or physicians with direct patient care.
• Assist with psychological reviews and schedule health care provider and dental appointments; attend neurology and specialty appointments as appropriate.
• Document care administration promptly and thoroughly in client medical records.
• Provide the medical perspective at Multidisciplinary Team meetings.
• Administer medication as directed.
• Serve as a resource to department staff and students in delivering quality client care.
• Provide crisis intervention services as necessary.
• Provide hepatitis B or flu vaccines and PPD testing to Grafton staff.
• Promote and assist with communicable disease control.
• Prepare or complete health services forms, including medication permission forms, on-call sheets, and medical or dental appointment sheets.
• Participate in rotating on-call duty as appropriate and respond promptly to calls for immediate nursing services.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training as required.
• Perform other work as assigned.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match up to $2,500 annually.
• Education assistance up to $5,250 annually for employees averaging at least 20 hours per week.
• Employee Assistance Program with five free sessions per year per family member and 24-hour emergency phone assistance.
• Referral bonus of $1,000 for referring new employees, with $500 paid upon hire and $500 after 90 days of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED