Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (FT, PT, Pool/PRN)

<div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people.</strong></span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.&nbsp;</span></div> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.&nbsp;</span></div> <div> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>Earn More with Shift Differentials</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Maximize your earnings with additional hourly pay:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">+$2/hr -&gt; Monday-Thursday Nights</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">+$6/hr -&gt; Friday-Sunday Nights</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">+$2/hr -&gt; Saturday-Sunday Days</span></li> </ul> </div> <p style="margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0px; text-align: left;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">The&nbsp;<strong>Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)</strong> is vital in delivering comprehensive care <span class="NormalTextRun SCXW249654894 BCX0">focusing on the administration and documentation of medications, transcribing provider orders, and performing continuous assessments. The role encompasses gathering detailed data on behavioral and physical health, including substance use history, and accurately documenting observed behaviors and interventions. Additionally, the LPN&nbsp;</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW249654894 BCX0">is responsible for</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW249654894 BCX0"> educating individuals and their families about behavioral health diagnoses and medications during both admission and discharge, aiming to enhance treatment adherence and overall care outcomes.</span></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Nursing Support and Collaboration:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Contribute data for the Nursing Assessment, ongoing re-assessment, and health history under the direct supervision of an RN.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Collaborate with the RN on the individual’s care plan, reporting pertinent information such as blood glucose levels, CIWA/CINA scores, and breathalyzer results.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Medication Administration and Documentation:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Transcribe Provider orders and administer medications as prescribed.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Coordinate with individuals to sign medication consent forms.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Perform chart checks, sign off as a secondary verifier for prescribed medications, and ensure accurate medication reconciliation and storage.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Clinical Tasks:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by Providers.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Accurately record all medications brought in by individuals.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Behavioral Health Support:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Assist Behavioral Health Specialists in managing the milieu and gathering information related to psychopharmacological and physiological needs for both youth and adults.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Provide education on physical health, psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, and psychopharmacology to individuals, their families, and others involved in their care.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Crisis Intervention:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Use appropriate verbal interventions to defuse potentially dangerous or out-of-control behaviors in both youth and adult populations.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Demonstrate proficiency in therapeutic intervention techniques, with a clear understanding of safety-related roles and responsibilities.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Emergency Response:</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Administer emergency medications as ordered during seclusion/restraint processes under supervision of Registered Nurse.</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Maintain thorough knowledge of psychotropic medications and their applications.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Additional Duties</strong></span> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Perform any other duties as assigned to support the team and individuals in care.</span></li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>What You'll Bring:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0px;">&nbsp;</p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">An unrestricted, active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Virginia Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">2 years of experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant field</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health &amp; Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong><span data-teams="true">Physical Requirements</span></strong></span> <ul> <li>Safely perform physical interventions (e.g., standing, pivoting, reaching, kneeling, lowering to the floor, and supporting another person’s weight)</li> <li>Lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally</li> <li>Tolerate prolonged walking, standing, and observation in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Work with individuals who may exhibit agitation, aggression, or unpredictable behavior</li> </ul> </li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><strong>It would be great if you had:</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span data-contrast="auto">Knowledge of EHR systems</span>&nbsp;</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">QMHP credential</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>What We Offer:</strong></span></p> <p style="margin: 0px;">&nbsp;</p> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Full-time only:</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&amp;D, Short and Long-Term Disability</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span data-olk-copy-source="MailCompose">Company‑paid parental leave available to eligible employees</span></span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time):</span></p> <ul style="margin-top: 0in;"> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan</span></li> </ul> <p style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Connections Health Solutions is proud to be a Second Chance Employer.</strong></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p></p> <h2><strong>EEO Statement</strong></h2> <p>Connections Health Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants.</p> <p><span data-teams="true">&nbsp;</span></p></div>