What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- ICF/IDD Facility position at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board?
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- ICF/IDD Facility
Annual Salary: $51,253
Work Schedule: M- F, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Are you a compassionate and dedicated LPN ready to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)? Look no further! Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board is seeking a passionate Nurse LPN to join our dynamic, supportive, and professional team in our ICF/IDD facility. This full-time, onsite position offers a competitive salary of $51,253 and provides a rewarding opportunity to work closely with clients, ensuring their health, safety, and well-being.
At Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board, we believe in providing an environment where empathy, excellence, and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. Your role as a Nurse LPN will be crucial in helping our residents lead fulfilling lives, while you further your professional skills in a team-oriented, flexible, and work-life balance-friendly setting. Experience the satisfaction of being part of a premier provider committed to service and community health. You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, Paid Time Off, Employee Discounts, and the Virginia Retirement System. Step into a fulfilling career where your dedication to nursing can shine!
Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board: Our Story
Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.
What it's like to be a Nurse, ICF/ID Facility, LPN at Nurse, ICF/ID Facility, LPN
As a Nurse LPN at our ICF/ID facility, you will play a critical role in monitoring the ongoing medical needs of clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This position involves providing oversight of medication management while performing comprehensive nursing assessments to develop and implement personalized nursing care plans and clinical documentation. You will coordinate access to essential medical services, including consultations with physicians, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy. Additionally, you will be responsible for providing on-call nursing services as required by the rotation schedule. Your work will entail continuous interaction with clients, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary treatment team members, including agency staff and medical providers. The immediate health and safety of the clients depend on your expertise and dedication, making this role both vital and rewarding.
What you need to be successful
We're looking for a passionate LPN who is ready to grow in a rewarding environment. To excel in this role, you should have a solid understanding of ICF, IDD, and mental health regulations and standards. Essential skills include the ability to build strong community and agency partnerships to enhance consumer services and programming. Successful candidates will demonstrate proficiency in preparing and maintaining detailed clinical documentation and correspondence, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.
Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program is a vital requirement, alongside a minimum of one year of clinical experience that includes medication administration in various settings such as community programs, hospitals, and nursing homes. Previous experience in ICF/IDD/REACH and mental health is highly preferred. Furthermore, licensure as a Practical Nurse by the Virginia Board of Nursing and a valid Virginia driver's license are mandatory to ensure the delivery of safe, effective care to our clients.
Knowledge and skills required for the position are:
- Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program.
- One (1) year clinical experience to include medication administration in a community program hospital and nursing home setting.
- Previous ICF/IDD/REACH and/or Mental health experience preferred.
- Licensure as a Practical Nurse by the Virginia Board of Nursing is required.
- Valid Virginia Driver's License.
Make your move
If you think this job is a fit for what you are looking for, great! We're excited to meet you!
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.
Salary : $51,253
