Community Psychiatric Nurse – PRN (LPN/RN)

The staff member in this position is responsible for meeting the nursing service needs of individuals by providing competent standards of care in direct and indirect care roles. The nurse will provide nursing care through effective interviewing and behavioral observations in order to reach sound conclusions and plan appropriate interventions with the individual. The nurse will combine biopsychosocial knowledge and psychopharmacological competency to identify actual and potential health problems.

The nurse will prioritize needs and treatment approaches to ensure appropriate delivery of care. The nurse will coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other agency and external service providers as required (some care may be delivered via a telemedicine model). The nurse is responsible for assisting individuals with education about medications to ensure informed consent, administering and distributing medications, and assessing for medication side effects. If the nurse is a LPN, the nurse functions under the direction of a licensed medical practitioner, a RN, or other licensed professional authorized by regulations of the Board of Nursing. The direction of supervision may be provided on-site, via telephone, or other electronic means. The LPN will, at all times, have a designated medical professional to whom she or he will report. It is understood the designated medical professional may change based upon scheduling or capacity.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A combination of mental health work experience or relevant education, and training, which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program and licensed as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia required.
• Experience in psychiatric nursing or recent EHR experience is preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate or eligibility required
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License, good driving record, and the ability to provide own transportation

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• May be exposed to allergenic environments from client’s including, dust, smoke, pet contamination, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit other clinic sites in catchment area as needed
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of agency vehicles
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to stand for periods of time
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times

SALARY: Starting at $29.59/hr.

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.