Job Description

Posting number: 104387

Department: Medical Services

Job classification: NURSE III-LPN

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Mental Health, Public Health, Social Services, Human Services, Medical

At Colonial Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to creating opportunities for recovery for individuals and their families impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, and developmental disabilities.

We proudly serve the communities of James City County, the City of Poquoson, the City of Williamsburg, and York County.

We are excited to welcome a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)to our Medical Services program!

This is a rewarding opportunity for a compassionate nursing professional who wants to make a meaningful difference in behavioral health. As part of our Medical Services team, you’ll help support the health, safety, and well-being of the individuals we serve through quality care, education, medication management, and ongoing health monitoring.

Examples of duties

• Provide case monitoring, including assessment of health status, medication side effects, clinical stability, and other health-related needs.
• Provide engaging and informative health education and training to program staff and individuals served.
• Contribute to accurate and timely medical records and electronic documentation
• Oversee the ongoing management of the medication supplies room, including appropriate ordering, storage, handling, and administration of medications.
• Collaborate with the medical and behavioral health teams to promote quality care and positive outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

This position will work primarily with children and adolescents and may be required to work at additional Colonial Behavioral Health sites as needed.

Supplemental information

Skills and Qualifications

• Knowledge and understanding of individuals with serious mental illness, developmental disabilities, and co-occurring disorders
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to assist individuals with problem-solving and utilize creative approaches when appropriate.
• One year of nursing experience with individuals with serious mental illness preferred.
• Valid driver’s license/record is required.
• LPN license required.

DMV record must be submitted with application.

Our compensation package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Virginia Retirement System
• Health, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Colonial Behavioral Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.