Travel LPN / LVN - Psychiatric
Staunton, VA
American Medical Staffing
5x8 hrs

American Medical Staffing (AMS) puts you first, and we are currently seeking an LPN to join our state psychiatric / corrections medical team in Staunton, VA. This facility is a state psychiatric hospital with a mix of forensic psychiatric and developmentally disabled patients. This facility takes pride in setting its contractors up for success and has a 2 week orientation that occurs Monday-Friday 8a-5p. Clinician's must be available for the entirety of orientation.

• Pay Rate: $1,702 - $1,902 per week
• Schedule: 5 - 8 hour shifts, 40 hours a week, Every other weekend, Holidays as needed
• Available Shift: 1:00p-9:30p, 5 shifts per week
• Start Date: Orientations are held monthly on the 10th. If 10th fall on a weekend or holiday, orientation will start on the next business day.
• Located In: Staunton, Virginia
• Requirements: Qualified applicants MUST have at least 1-2 years of experience, preferably in a corrections/ state psychiatric or similar setting, have a valid LPN license and be willing to obtain VA and/or compact licensure.

As a Licensed Practical Nurse in a state psychiatric/ correctional care setting, you’ll play a crucial role in providing comprehensive healthcare services to incarcerated individuals, promoting their well-being and rehabilitation. This position works in partnership with a team of correctional staff and allows you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. Responsibilities include:

• Provide basic nursing care to patients under the supervision on RNs or physicians.
• Monitoring patients vitals and symptoms—administering medication and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed by a physician and monitor for adverse reactions to medications
• Responding to medical emergencies and providing immediate interventions as needed
• Documenting all patient interactions, treatments, and observations accurately and timely
• Educating patients on self-care techniques and promoting health education within the correctional facility

Psychiatric and Correctional care positions can often offer healthcare professionals more independence in how they practice and the ability to grow professionally. AMS works with every provider and facility to ensure their placement is a right fit—and that your questions around the work day, the onsite team, and security are answered well in advance of your start date.

What are you waiting for? Apply now!

You have a lot of choices when you consider your next Licensed Practical Nurse role, and we know it can be hard to wade through all the calls, emails and messages from other agencies who see you as just a number. Consider a different approach with an agency that provides high-end, customized career support for your future.

Plus, you’ll have the confidence of knowing you’ll receive:

• COMPENSATION that is competitive, negotiable, and paid weekly
• HOURLY PAY with overtime opportunities
• BONUSES when you refer others. $500 for you and $500 for them
• BENEFITS on Day 1, including medical, dental, vision, and perks
• RETIREMENT PLANS after 90 days of employment
• REIMBURSEMENT for travel and other incidentals
• PAID TIME OFF that is flexible to your needs
• EXPERT SUPPORT for compliance, credentialing/licensure, and CEU
• MENTORING and supervision specific to the travel nurse experience

Enjoy tailored career support from those who understand the ins and outs of corrections placements and who can support you throughout your assignment.

Along with the support of AMS in the lead-up to your assignment (e.g., credentialing, negotiating pay, etc.), we also have a team of coaches you can connect with throughout your assignment for advice, training and development, or just to network. Like you, these advisors are AMS clinicians who have a passion for high-quality care, knowledge-sharing, and the agency experience in corrections.

We want you to feel as empowered as possible. Which is why, for over 20 years, we have helped healthcare professionals like you grow and chart a new course in their careers. Take the first step with AMS and experience what so many members of our correctional medical team have before you:

• I could not ask for more. My recruiter is honest and always looking out for me and the interests of my family. Corey D, Corrections Nurse at American Medical Staffing

You have a lot of options when it comes to who you partner with, and we understand that. So, as you head out and discover what is next, consider the WHOLE experience you want to have. American Medical Staffing is not just along for the ride or there for one assignment. We want to help you create genuine moments in your career that are authentic, empowering, and extraordinary.

American Medical Staffing (AMS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.