You can be part of implementing a new program in our region that will enhance resources for people experiencing a mental health crisis!

• Sign-on Bonus: $3000*
• Starting Pay: $24.40/hour, with scheduled increases. Additional compensation dependent on experience.
• Schedule: 36 hours/Full time: - three 12-hour shifts per week. This position will include various shifts, including possible holidays, possible weekends, and a rotational on-call schedule with other team members.
• Evening/weekend hours are eligible for 11% shift differential.

What is the 23-Hour Crisis Stabilization Program?

The program is open 24/7 for anyone voluntarily seeking support for mental health emergency or crisis. They can stay at the center for up to 23 hours, where they will get support from trained professionals. The goal is to keep beds available at hospitals and provide an alternative place for someone to stay in a crisis.

This is an opportunity to implement a successful program in our region that will make an immediate and visible impact in people's lives!

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) duties include:

• Physical, dental, mental health assessments & discharges
• Obtaining and interpreting vital signs and weight
• Drawing and running labs and monitoring lab results
• Administering oral (PO), subcutaneous (SubQ), and/or intramuscular (IM) medications
• Educating clients regarding psychotropic/medical medication side-effects and health and wellness topics
• Initiating or responding to phone contacts with clients, medical providers, pharmacists, case managers and other providers, as appropriate, regarding medication needs, lab reports, side effects, etc.
• Documenting all pertinent nursing assessments or notes in the electronic health record, and accurately documenting medication orders and administration
• Documenting services

Qualifications:

• Licensure/Certifications: Must have an active, unrestricted license as an LPN.
• One Year of Experience providing medication management is required. Psychiatric nursing experience is a plus!
• Background Check: Candidates who are offered a position are required to undergo a background check and drug screen.

Why work at BRBH?

• Sign on Bonus*: New Hire and Rehires are eligible for a $3000 sign-on bonus - $750 paid on the first paycheck, $750 paid after three months, $750 paid after six months, and $750 paid after nine months of employment. Current employees are not eligible for the sign-on bonus.
  
• Work/Life Balance: We have a great Paid Time Off policy - 21 days annually, which starts accruing on your first day, plus 10 paid holidays.
• We offer great benefits, including VRS (Virginia Retirement System)! Click here for more information: http://www.brbh.org/employee-benefits/
• Hope is spoken here! Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare (BRBH) is one of forty Community Services Boards established under the Code of Virginia to provide comprehensive services for individuals who have mental health disorders, developmental disability, or substance use disorders. We are charged also with continuously monitoring and evaluating our services to ensure their cost effectiveness and applicability to current citizen needs. BRBH operates multiple programs throughout the Roanoke Valley with over 350 employees working to provide or support our services. We are proud to have served our community for over 50 years. Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare maintains a drug-free workplace and equal opportunity employment. This position is located in Roanoke, VA.