Nurse - LPN Part-Time - HRC
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Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board
Hampton, VA, US
Summary
The LPN will administer prescribed medications and monitor clients for effectiveness, side effects, and withdrawal symptoms within an opioid treatment program. They will also complete nursing assessments, maintain clinical documentation, and collaborate with the treatment team to provide supportive care.
Job Description
Psychiatric Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Hourly Pay: $25.96/hr
Shift Differential: $2.50/hour for early mornings and weekend shifts
Shift: 4:30 am - 11:00 am, Weekends and Holidays - Part-time
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board (H-NNCSB) is looking for a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Opioid Treatment Program (OTP) at the Hampton Roads Methadone Clinic in Newport News, Virginia.
This part-time position provides an opportunity to support adults receiving medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder while working as part of a dedicated behavioral health team. If you are passionate about nursing, medication management, and helping individuals on their path toward recovery, we encourage you to apply.
Required Qualifications
To qualify for this position, candidates must have:
- Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program.
- A current Virginia Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
- One (1) year of experience administering medications or experience in a substance use treatment, psychiatric, or long-term care setting that includes the dispensing of narcotic medication.
What You'll Do
As a Psychiatric Nurse (LPN), you will provide safe, supportive nursing care to individuals receiving services through our Opioid Treatment Program. Responsibilities include:
- Administer prescribed medications according to physician orders, treatment plans, and program protocols.
- Monitor clients for medication effectiveness, side effects, withdrawal symptoms, and changes in condition.
- Complete nursing assessments and accurately document observations and services provided.
- Assist the psychiatrist and treatment team with medication management and coordination of client care.
- Provide health education and supportive nursing interventions.
- Collaborate with counselors, providers, and other healthcare professionals to promote coordinated care.
- Maintain accurate medication administration records and required clinical documentation.
- Follow federal, state, and agency requirements governing opioid treatment programs.
- Promote a respectful, recovery-focused environment for individuals receiving services.
Why Join H-NNCSB?
You'll have the opportunity to use your nursing skills in a supportive behavioral health environment while making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals working toward recovery.
Connect With Our Team Today!
If you are a licensed LPN who is dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing quality care, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today using our online application.
The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.
Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
Vision:
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is the premier provider of behavioral health care and intellectual and developmental disability services. We are recognized throughout Virginia for our leadership, excellence and commitment to service. We earn this distinction by creating a community where people can find their own strength and become self-determining.
Mission:
To provide a comprehensive continuum of services and supports promoting prevention, recovery, and self-determination for people affected by mental illness, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities and advancing the well-being of the communities we serve.
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal finance assistance.”
Founded
1971
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hampton, VA
Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided the highest quality of behavioral health services to residents of the cities of Hampton and Newport News, Virginia, offering a comprehensive array of programs for both children and adults living with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and/or substance use disorders.
Vision:
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is the premier provider of behavioral health care and intellectual and developmental disability services. We are recognized throughout Virginia for our leadership, excellence and commitment to service. We earn this distinction by creating a community where people can find their own strength and become self-determining.
Mission:
To provide a comprehensive continuum of services and supports promoting prevention, recovery, and self-determination for people affected by mental illness, substance use, and intellectual and developmental disabilities and advancing the well-being of the communities we serve.
The Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board fully complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal finance assistance.”
Founded
1971
Company size
501-1,000 employees
Industry
Mental Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Hampton, VA
