Licensed Practical Nurse - Galloway (full-time)

About the role

Mental Health Support Services (MHSS) provides mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services for children and adults in Chesterfield County. We are seeking full-time Licensed Practical Nurses to deliver professional nursing care in our residential homes, building lasting relationships while practicing nursing skills. The position is located at Mental Health Support Services, Chesterfield County.

Position open until filled (first review to begin October 4, 2026).

Responsibilities

• Takes, monitors, and records vital signs (e.g. temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration rate)
• Observes, records and reports symptoms, reactions and changes in patient condition
• Performs triage
• Assists physicians and registered nurses during patient examinations
• Prepares and administers prescribed medications, treatments and therapies
• Inventories, orders and stocks medications and medical supplies
• Educates staff, families, and patients on routine care and prevention procedures
• Maintains medical charts and records
• Schedules patients' appointments
• Transports individuals to medical appointments
• Performs other work as required

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing
• Two or more years of experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (preferred)
• Experience with an electronic health record (preferred)

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Virginia Board of Nursing
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record (Virginia DMV point system: no more than six demerit points in the past 24 months, or one major violation of six points in the past 36 months)
• Out‑of‑state driving records must be obtained by the applicant and presented at interview, reflecting at least three years of history and dated within 30 days of interview
• Pre‑employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check, and education/degree verification required
• Position is safety‑sensitive and subject to random drug and alcohol testing

Skills

• Working knowledge of practical nursing principles and practices; medical terminology
• Ability to apply simple nursing techniques
• Ability to record accurate information on patients' charts
• Ability to follow verbal and written directions
• Ability to follow established policies and procedures
• Effective oral and written communication
• Proficiency operating a personal computer and related software, standard office equipment
• Ability to interact with diverse people of various cultures, backgrounds, and ages
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers

Schedule

• Overnight and some weekend shifts required
• Week 1: Saturday, Sunday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.; Friday 8:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
• Week 2: Monday 10:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.; Tuesday & Wednesday 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.