Licensed Practical Nurse

Horizon Behavioral Heal•Lynchburg, VA

29d•$41,756 - $66,810•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) working in the Horizon Clinics are responsible for the overall medical care of assigned adult clients, including the service delivery of basic nursing assessments; delivery of client/family education and diagnostic procedures; consultation with physicians; and carrying out of doctor's orders.

Requirements

Successful completion of a course of study that allows for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of VA
One year of experience providing nursing services as an LPN or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Knowledge of community mental health and public health to provide advocacy and enhance an individual’s treatment and access to community resources
Knowledge of nursing best practices
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to mental health, physical health, intellectual disabilities and substance abuse
Knowledge of psychiatric/medical medications/treatments
Ability to drive and must possess a valid driver’s license
Ability to participate in and successfully pass behavioral intervention training, including both verbal de-escalation skills and physical skills techniques to be utilized with consumers as needed

Nice To Haves

Willing and available to work modified schedules (weekends, holidays, etc.) as required
May be called upon to travel to any Horizon worksite; transport clients, and provide services to clients at other locations
Regular attendance at trainings and Horizon meetings may require travel to a variety of Horizon sites