LPN Day Shift

About the Role

Western State Hospital is currently looking for fresh graduates or experienced and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team on 1st shift. WSH is currently offering a $3,000 sign-on bonus for LPNs who are new to DBHDS or who have not been employed with DBHDS within the past year.

This position works a set 12-hour shift on a two-week schedule. Employees work 36 hours one week and 48 hours the following week or vice versa. Available shifts are 7:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.

About Us

Western State Hospital, part of the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS), is a 302-bed Joint Commission/CMS-accredited psychiatric facility nestled in the scenic Shenandoah Valley. Just 30 minutes from vibrant university towns, our hospital serves adults with serious mental health needs and is nationally recognized for our Psychosocial Rehabilitation “Learning” programs. We are proud to be a leader in behavioral health care innovation and patient-centered outcomes. Our team of compassionate, highly skilled professionals is committed to recovery, self-determination, and wellness for all individuals we serve.

WSH is currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide direct patient care in a safe, therapeutic environment for a diverse patient population in a 24/7 psychiatric hospital. LPNs will adhere to established care and treatment policies, demonstrating a clear understanding of patient-specific needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide work direction to PNA staff under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
• Maintain accountability for a safe, secure, and therapeutic environment.
• Foster healthy interpersonal interactions within various units (adult acute admissions, geriatric, and extended rehabilitation).
• Observe, document, and report on patient treatments, behaviors, and overall wellbeing.
• Administer medication and treatments while ensuring continuity of care through effective communication.
• Promote health and wellness education and monitor the functionality of equipment.
• Perform skilled nursing care for patients with complex mental and physical conditions within the scope of an LPN license.
• Monitor and document vital signs in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assist individuals with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs).
• Provide one-on-one direct observations.
• Utilize de-escalation techniques to manage behavioral situations.

Shift Differential

• 1st shift (weekends and holidays): $3.00/hr.
• 2nd shift (weekdays, weekends, and holidays): $3.50/hr.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off:
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • 12 Vacation Days
  • 8 Sick Days
  • 4 Family/Personal Days annually
• Comprehensive Insurance Options:
  • Low-cost, comprehensive Anthem or AETNA health insurance
  • Short & Long-Term Disability Coverage
  • Group Life and Optional Life Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Career Development & Financial Perks:
  • Continuing Education Support
  • Training Opportunities
  • Exclusive State Employee Discounts

Pay

Salary range is a minimum of $56,115 up to a maximum of $77,439.

Requirements

• Must have a current LPN license that is eligible to be utilized in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Knowledge of illness and treatment modalities to include medication administration.
• Ability to implement nursing care plan and provide guidance to other staff.
• Ability to delegate and supervise nursing staff.
• Effective communication (written, verbal and sign).
• Ability to participate in interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care.
• Ability to work overtime due to staffing emergencies in a 24-hour 7 day per week psychiatric hospital which at times may mean working a 16-hour shift if and when necessary.
• Complete all annual competency training to include TOVA III with physical restraints.
• Complete and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers with the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrates knowledge of recovery/trauma informed care.

Additional Considerations

• Psychiatric nursing experience.
• Veteran or Veteran Spouse.
• Bilingual in Spanish.