Position Description
Job Duties:
The City of Virginia Beach’s Department of Human Services seeks to hire multiple Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) assigned to different Intermediate Care Facilities (ICFs) within our Developmental Services Division, providing care to adults with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. The ideal candidates will have more than one (1) year of experience in the specialty of ICF/Group Home Nursing and Long-Term care.
Selected candidates will qualify for a generous $3,000 hiring bonus!**
Duties:
- Responsible for contributing to the biological, psychological, and social assessment of clients.
- Assist with the development and implementation of health-related components of the Individual Program Plan (IPP).
- Collaborate with members of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) and other healthcare professionals in the community.
- Within the scope of practice, the nurse provides technical support to non-licensed staff regarding health care services and medication administration.
- At the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) Supervisor, the LPN will assess, implement, and evaluate the individual’s healthcare needs for all acute and chronic healthcare conditions.
- Participate in trainings, meetings, and participate in community engagements to further support the individuals residing in the ICF.
- Communicate in an effective, respectful, professional manner using methods easily understood by all parties involved.
- Maintain current certification for Licensed Practical Nursing in the state of Virginia; maintain CPR and defensive driving throughout employment with the City of Virginia Beach.
The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and Paid Leave.
If you're ready to make a difference and join a dynamic team, apply today!
**Hiring bonuses shall only be for new hires of original full-time employment or reemployment as defined in Human Resources Policy No. 5.0.
- $500 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
- $1,000 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month interim performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.
- $1,500 will be awarded upon completion of the employee’s one (1) year probationary period and a performance evaluation with an overall rating of “Meets Expectations”.
Working Conditions:
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Minimum Requirements:
MINIMUMS: Possession of a current and valid license issued by the State of Virginia or as a part of the Compact Designation (Multi-State Privileges) as a Licensed Practical Nurse and one or more years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse to be specified by the hiring department. Current CPR certification. Must have a current and valid driver s license.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: Resume
Preferences:
Two (2) or more years experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse
Experience with electronic health records
One (1) or more years experience in long-term care
Experience in working with adults with intellectual disabilities
Experience in the provision of nursing care in an Intermediate Care Facility/Group Home
Special Instructions:
Requires current unrestricted LPN Licensure issued in Virginia or other Compact State (multi-state Nurse Licensure).
This recruitment will be used to fill multiple full-time vacancies for day and evening shifts at various Intermediate Care Facilities.
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and interviews conducted on an ongoing basis. Once the appropriate applicant pool has been established, it will be closed.
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
- Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.