Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Announcement

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus*
Fairfax County Community Services Board is a dedicated provider of supportive housing services for individuals living with serious mental illness and substance use disorders. Our mission is to offer a compassionate, safe, and empowering environment where residents can achieve stability, wellness, and a higher quality of life.

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our supportive housing program. The LPN will play a critical role in providing high-quality healthcare services to our individuals, working closely with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and support.

Key Responsibilities:Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs.Conduct health assessments and develop individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.Monitor residents for changes in health status and respond appropriately to emergencies and urgent health concerns.Assist with the coordination of care, including arranging medical appointments and facilitating communication with healthcare providers.Educate residents about their health conditions, treatment plans, and medication management.Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all nursing care provided and resident interactions.Support residents in their recovery journey by promoting a healthy lifestyle and encouraging adherence to treatment plans.Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case management discussions.Provide emotional support and crisis intervention as needed.Uphold the highest standards of ethical and professional conduct in all interactions with residents, staff, and external partners.
Here are some of additional benefits CSB employees enjoy:
*The Licensed Practical Nurse position includes a signing bonus for new merit county employees in the amount of $10,000 (full-time). The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and CSB recognizes that staff competence speaking a variety of languages is necessary to meet client needs. We encourage candidate's bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply. A foreign language skills stipend of up to $1,300/year (full-time) may be given for qualified bi-lingual employees.License/Certification Reimbursement - Reimbursement for job related licenses and/or certifications once per year.To find out more about the benefits of working with Fairfax County Government, please visit the CSB Careers Page.
Note: To learn more about careers that make a difference, watch our video "CSB Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Providing Care."

Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.) Provides nursing services to individuals and/or families in clinics, ambulatory care centers, offices, or community settings;Administers medications and performs treatments;Performs appropriate height, weight, and head circumference measurements;Performs Snellen (eye chart), Ishihara vision (color), and audio(hearing) testing;Administers immunizations under the supervision of a licensed medical practitioner or registered professional nurse;Solicits contraindications and medical history prior to each injection;Assists in pharmacy organization;Performs necessary laboratory tests and/or specimen collections per agency protocol (e.g., venipuncture; finger, foot, and heel stick; blood pressure checks; and urine testing);Records and reports testing and specimen collection findings;Prepares lab specimens collected for shipment to other labs;Maintains a neat clinic area, assuring supply room is properly stocked and organized and that equipment is cleaned, sterilized and maintained in good working order.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.) Knowledge of practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program;Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening);Ability to identify questionable test findings;Ability to perform CPR or perform emergency treatment for life-threatening conditions;Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate;Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia;
Valid motor vehicle driver's license;
MANDT (within 3 months of hire)
CPR (within 3 months of hire)
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, a Child Protective Services Registry check, a driving record check, and sanction screening to the satisfaction of the employer. A TB screening upon hire and annually thereafter.
Additional Work Schedule Requirements: This position works a shift schedule which may include some evening hours.This position is emergency/essential services personnel. (Required to report for duty during inclement weather and/or other emergencies.)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least 2 years of experience managing care for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. At least 2 years of experience managing care for individuals in a medical-surgical setting. Demonstrated strong clinical skills and the ability to perform nursing duties with a high degree of accuracy and independence.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach.Experience working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to trauma-informed care practices.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, cook, shop, drive and write as needed; use keyboard to enter data in electronic health record and review data on computer monitor. Ability to take vital signs (blood pressure, weight, abdominal girth, temperature, pulse, blood sugar finger sticks) and administer intramuscular injections and TB tests. Must be capable of providing nursing care and assistance including physically assisting large adults in hygiene. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel Interview and may include a practical exercise.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact for assistance. TTY EEO/AA/TTY.

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