LPN / LVN - $52K per year
Company: Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health & Developmental
Location: Danville
Posted on: September 1, 2024
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Job Description:
Virginia Dept of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services is
seeking a LPN / LVN for a job in Danville, Virginia.Job Description
& Requirements
State Role Title: 49111
Hiring Range: $52,004 minimum, negotiable, based on relevant years
of experience
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Southern Va Mental Health Inst
Agency Website: Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Come Join our team of LPNs that makes a difference! Up to a $17,500
Bonus for Licensed Practical Nurses that are new to state service
and remain with the facility for 2 years.$10,000 sign on bonus will
be awarded to new hires to state service with a one-year written
agreement required.An additional $7,500 retention bonus will be
awarded to new hires who are hired after December 10, 2023. The
retention bonus will be paid out one year after hire date and
require a one-year written agreement.Competitive Shift
Differentials1st shift weekend-$3.00 per hour2nd
shift-weekday-$3.50 per hour/2nd shift weekend/holidays-$3.50 per
hour3rd shift-weekday-$2.50 per hour/3rd shift
weekend/holidays-$4.00 per hourExceptional State Benefits Include:
13 paid holidays, 12+ paid vacation days, 8 paid sick days and 4+
paid family personal days per year; Family Medical Leave, Short-
and Long-term disability coverage; Low-cost, comprehensive Anthem
or AETNA health insurance benefits; Group life and optional life
insurance, and Flexible Reimbursement accounts.Other state benefits
include:Referral BonusesVirginia 529 College Savings Plan may be
available for this roleState Employee Discounts and More!The
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental services support
individuals by promoting recover, self-determination, and wellness
in all aspects of life. DBHDS operates 12 facilities: 8 behavioral
health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric
facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a
center for behavioral rehabilitation. State facilities provide
highly structured, intensive services for individuals with mental
illness, intellectual disability, or need substance use disorder
services. DBHDS is committed to a life of possibilities for all
Virginians. This position will work at SVMHI is a 72-bed, Joint
Commission and CMS accredited inpatient psychiatric hospital
operated by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and
Developmental Services (DBHDS). DBHDS is seeking dedicated Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN) Professionals. New LPN graduates are welcome
to apply! A LPN at DBHDS is responsible for providing advanced
nursing care for patients with psychiatric disorders in accordance
with hospital policies and procedures, as well as nursing standards
and regulations.LPNs are also responsible for safely implementing
the use of Seclusion/Restraints including knowledge of
physical/emotional risk factors of the patients served at the
facility. Positions are available for evening shift. Flexible
schedules are available to include two 12-hour shifts (11:00
am-11:30 pm) and two 8-hour shifts (3:00 pm-11:30 pm). This
position may be eligible or required to work overtime. This
position will work every other weekend. This position will work
some holidays on a rotating basis with other nurses.
Minimum Qualifications
Successfully complete BLS, Therapeutic Options (TO) and other
required training upon employment at facility.Demonstrate effective
interpersonal communication skills, team focused care and
professional approach.Displays the ability to plan, implement and
evaluate care utilizing knowledge of pharmacology, psychiatric and
physical disorders, and cultural needs of the individual
psychiatric patient.Presents good clinical knowledge and resource
to staff.Current, in good standing, LPN licensed to practice
nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia, or license eligible.A
valid driver's license is required and must remain valid and in
good standing throughout employment.
Additional Considerations
Experience as a LPN in a psychiatric healthcare facility, acute
care, long-term or correctional setting.Veterans and people with
National Service.Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your
application and/or r--sum-- is submitted successfully. Please refer
to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your
application for this position.
Applicants must list all relevant experience that you wish to be
considered for this position. Applicants will be provided
confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is
submitted. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to
check the status of your application for this position. A
fingerprint-based criminal history check and reference checks are
required for the selected candidate for this position. Under
Virginia Code -37.2-314 and 37.2-408.1, the Department of
Behavioral Health and Developmental Services is prohibited from
employing or using as volunteers, persons who have been convicted
of specific "barrier" crimes or persons who may be the subject of
pending "barrier" charges.DBHDS facilities are no longer required
to ensure that all staff members are vaccinated against COVID-19.
However, facilities encourage and educate staff on the benefits,
and continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination programs to staff,
residents/clients. Employees may be required to disclose
immunization status for purposes of infection prevention and/or
management of outbreaks. Upon acceptance of a job offer, new
recruits will be asked to disclose their vaccination status (and
for those fully vaccinated, proof of vaccination) during the
pre-employment process. If you have any questions, contact the
Office of Human Resources.Commonwealth's Alternate Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion,
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply through the
Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this
opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of
Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
with the Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services (DARS).
Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and
submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS, to
get their Certificate of Disability. To obtain a Certificate of
Disability go to: or call DARS at . Reasonable accommodations are
available to persons with disabilities during the application
and/or interview process per the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Contact Human Resources at for assistance.DBHDS is an equal
Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all
regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual
orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political
affiliation, genetics, or disability. Minorities, Individuals with
Disabilities, VeteranCompensation Information:$0.0 / - $0.0 /
Starting At: 0.0 Up To: 0.0
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