LPN Opportunity: Support Mental Wellness & Daily Living Success
Company: Hope Unity Freedom Center
Location: Fort Monroe
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Full-time Description Job Description Company Overview The Hope
Unity and Freedom Center is a diverse team of professionals
providing psychosocial day support to male and female adults with a
primary mental health diagnosis, dual diagnosis, and/or a
coexisting disorder. Our work helps to decrease psychiatric
hospitalization and provide stabilization of individuals with less
intervention in the community. By providing daily routine and
structure in a safe environment, each individual is able to achieve
their best and improve their quality of life. Position Summary As a
Program Nurse with the Hope, Unity and Freedom (H.U.F.) Center, you
are provided the opportunity to make a difference in the daily
functioning of adults in need. Program Nurses take responsibility
of all medical-based needs for the clients within our care,
assisting the Medication Technicians (MT) or Certified Nursing
Assistants (CNA) in the administering of medications, facilitating
medication knowledge group interventions, and completing routine
program audits, amongst other duties. Program Nurses are the
ultimate resource to make sure all medical requirements are being
met at each site. Our Program Nurses use their skillsets and
medical expertise to improve the lives of those we service while
assisting in the professional growth of our Mts and CNAs. Position
Responsibilities Responsible for ensuring all medications are being
administered properly by Medication Technicians (MT) or Certified
Nursing Assistants (CNA). Provide quality control concerning
storage and accountability of client medications. Communicate with
community supports regarding any observed abnormal behaviors that
may be a change in symptoms or be due to medication side effects or
complications. Maintain First Aid Kits and ongoing Infection
Control measures. Coordinate emergency hospital transfer as needed.
Provide medication administration daily. Report all medication
error to the Executive Director, Program Manager and/or attending
physician, to include pertinent documentation. Advocate
interventions and actions for clients to Leadership staff.
Facilitate groups with clients that focus on medication management
and general education of medications. Participate all required team
or leadership meetings. Participate in medical crisis intervention
as needed Conduct routine program audits and medication
administration records reviews. Maintain a current list of all
clients regarding pertinent medical information. During the
COVID-19 pandemic, it is required that all employees wear
pre-approved masks as designated by the CDC guidelines, to include
surgical masks, KN95 masks, or N95 masks. Benefits and Perks Heath,
Vision and Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401K,
Pet Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and more! FLSA status:
Non-exempt Reports to: Program Manager Supervises: Medication
Technician/Certified Nursing Assistant Requirements Role
Qualifications: Must be licensed as either an LPN or RN under the
Virginia State Board of Licensing. Must have at least 1 year of
documented clinical experience. Must be able to complete and pass:
a CPR/First Aid certification; Handle with Care physical and/or
verbal intervention training; annual tuberculosis (TB) screening
test; and clear criminal background and central registry check.
Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License. Strong and assertive
personality. Excellent verbal and written communication.
Supervisory experience would be preferred.
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