Community Psychiatric Nurse

The Community Psychiatric Nurse is responsible for meeting the nursing service needs of individuals by providing competent standards of care in direct and indirect care roles. This position provides nursing care through effective interviewing and behavioral observations to reach sound conclusions and plan appropriate interventions with the individual. The Community Psychiatric nurse combines biopsychosocial knowledge and psychopharmacological competency to identify actual and potential health problems, prioritizing needs and treatment approaches to ensure appropriate delivery of care. This position coordinates care with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other Agency and external service providers as required (some care may be delivered via a telemedicine model). The nurse is responsible for assisting individuals with education about medications to ensure informed consent, administering and distributing medications, and assessing for medication side effects.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), they function under the direction of a licensed medical practitioner, a Registered Nurse (RN), or other licensed professional authorized by regulations of the Board of Nursing. The direction of supervision may be provided on-site, via telephone, or other electronic means. An LPN will always have a designated medical professional to whom they will report. It is understood the designated medical professional may change based upon scheduling or capacity.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A combination of mental health work experience or relevant education, and training, which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program and licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia required.
Experience in psychiatric nursing or recent EHR experience is preferred.
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate or eligibility to be obtained.
Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.

SALARY: Starting at $53,844

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 540-636-4250, Ext 2155.

Northwestern Community Services Board provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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