Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse – Full-Time

Agency: Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services
Location: Eastern State Hospital, Williamsburg, Virginia
Hiring Range: $52,004 – $73,918
Pay Band: 4

Currently offering a $10,000 Sign‑On Bonus to new state service candidates with a one‑year written agreement.

The LPN provides quality nursing care to psychiatric and geriatric patients based on standards of nursing practice within scope of license. They perform skilled, patient‑centered care to individuals and groups with complex mental and physical illnesses under the general supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Duties include:

administering medication and treatments, maintaining patient records, promoting health and wellness education, and communicating for continuity of care.

• Deliver skilled nursing care to psychiatric and geriatric patients.
• Administer medications and treatments following protocols.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide health and wellness education to patients.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interprofessional team.
• Work 12‑hour shifts:
  Day/Evening 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. or Evening/Night 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

• Licensed or license‑eligible in Virginia as a Licensed Practical Nurse; multi‑state compact endorsement accepted.
• Demonstrated knowledge of nursing standards and fundamentals, including medication management and patient assessment.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

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This position is considered essential personnel and may be required to work in emergencies, pandemics, or facility needs. All approved positions may need to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as requested.

Apply only online through the PAGEUP system. Resumes may accompany the application but will not substitute for an application. Faxed, e‑mailed, or mailed applications are not accepted. The posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

• Choice of four health insurance plans.
• Paid life insurance and retirement plans.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Annual and sick leave.

Eastern State Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all, regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability. The agency complies with EEO/AA/TTY. Reasonable accommodations are available during application and interview processes.

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services requires all employees to be vaccinated or have a documented exemption as per federal CMS guidance.

Name:
Eastern State Hospital
Phone: 757‑208‑7717 (refer to PAGEUP for application status)
Email: [Application portal only; emails not accepted]

The Commonwealth encourages individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. Applicants must provide a Certificate of Disability (COD) from a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to submit veteran status and disability documentation. For assistance contact Human Resources at 757‑208‑7717.