Lead Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Day Shift New

Pyramid Healthcare is dedicated to offering the highest quality of care to those we serve. A focus on client-focused care establishes our family of brands as respected leaders in addiction treatment, mental health recovery and eating disorder treatment modalities.

Pyramid Healthcare offers comprehensive behavioral healthcare defined by supportive environments that offer patients the strength they need to overcome life’s challenges. We offer behavioral healthcare services – psychiatry, addiction recovery, mental disorder treatment, etc. – that allow clients at all stages of recovery or rehabilitation to reclaim health and well-being.

Lead LPN (Day Shift)

Location: Newport News, VA

Schedule Options

• Days: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  
  

About The Role

We are thrilled to announce that we are seeking dedicated Lead LPNs to join our dynamic clinical team! As a Lead LPN, you will play a vital role in supporting the Nurse Manager and providers in coordinating exceptional patient care and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, competent nursing services. This exciting position requires a strong understanding of organizational policies, procedures, and the Staff Nursing Manual, along with the ability to guide and collaborate with other clinical support staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Report client concerns, status changes, and staff issues directly to the Nurse Manager.
• Seek supervision from the Nurse Manager or physician for nursing assessments, transfers, discharges, treatment plans, progress notes, medication reconciliation/administration, vitals, and detox protocols (under RN supervision).
• Participate in treatment team meetings and relay relevant information to the department.
• Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary staff to address client needs and coordinate care, including guidance for Medical Assistants, Med Techs, Nursing Assistants, and BHTs.
• Complete and oversee timely documentation for client care, including screenings, assessments, discharges, incident reports, authorizations, pharmacy orders, and treatment planning.
• Review bed board daily and communicate concerns with Admissions.
• Ensure accurate and timely medication administration; report medication errors to Nurse Manager.
• Assist in orienting new staff and provide constructive feedback; escalate concerns as appropriate.
• Monitor functionality of medical equipment and ensure completion of daily logs and calibration documentation.
• Manage facility Narcan kit administration, documentation, and compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Current, unencumbered LPN license in state of practice.
• Current CPR/BLS, AED, and First Aid certification.
  
  

Preferred

• 1+ year experience in a behavioral health treatment setting.
• Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders.
• Prior supervisory or team lead experience.
  
  

Pyramid CORE Values

We are committed and proud to live our CORE values and use them to inspire those around us. Our employees are expected to align with these values, behaviors, and standards. We are held accountable for upholding these CORE Values: INTEGRITY is striving to be honest, transparent, and ethical when dealing with clients, staff, and the community. DEDICATION is demonstrating an unwavering commitment to always provide exceptional care and support to those we serve is needed daily. COLLABORATION is a steadfast, team-focused approach; working together to achieve excellence. PASSION is genuine, compelling, and relentless desire to improve lives and support Pyramid Healthcare’s mission.

Total Rewards For Full-Time Positions

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Referral Bonus opportunities
• And More!
  
  

Want to know more?

To learn more about Pyramid Healthcare, and how you can achieve personal and professional growth, visit us at: https://bit.ly/Pyramid-Careers.

Pyramid Healthcare, Inc. is proud of its diverse workforce, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.