LPN - Nights

Responsibilities

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to patients in the Inpatient Program under the supervision and assignment of the Registered Nurse.

• Assume duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse as outlined in policies and procedures.
• Provides care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patient rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment.
• Assists with admission, discharge and transfer of patients in a timely manner and completes necessary documentation.
• Administers medication; provides patient education related to medication and observes and reports signs and symptoms of side effect or adverse drug reaction to RN.
• Identifies medical problems and reports to the Charge Nurse.
• Provides general nursing care to patients who present with medical problems requiring nursing interventions such as dressing changes, etc.
• Assists with procedures and physical exams; teaches patients about infection control and general health maintenance.
• Identifies alterations in mood or behavior, recognizing potential for self-harm or high-risk behaviors. Communicates these issues to the Charge Nurse/designee.
• Assists in applying protective devices under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Utilizes the Individualized Treatment Plan and any specific treatment plan in determining interventions with patients; keeps treatment plan updates; reviews treatment plan with patient.
• Sets limits in a therapeutic and consistent manner on a patient’s behavior with the assistance of Registered Nurse within program guidelines and age-specific principles.
• Assists patient with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior with appropriate interventions on a daily basis and follows program guidelines regarding nutritional habits.
• Identifies verbal and non-verbal cues for potential aggressive behavior and applies de-escalation techniques to the situation.
• Intervenes to decrease the panic of disturbed patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Uses the necessary intervention to de-escalate disturbed patients.
• Actively participates in Non-Violent Crisis Interventions at all times, as necessary.
• Serves as a role model for other nursing staff or patients by appearance, manner, attitude and tone.
• Participates in staff development programs. Keeps Charge Nurse/Nurse Unit Manager appraised of any difficulties or necessary changes required in program or staff development.

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing required.
• Current status as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Michigan required.
• Must obtain Registered Nurse (RN) degree and licensure within thirty (30) months of hire.
• One year of experience in nursing with an additional year in psychiatric nursing preferred.
• Experience in administration of medication required.
• NAPNES or equivalent certification required within six (6) months of hire.
• Current certification in Non-violent Crisis Intervention preferred.
• Current certification in BLS/CPR preferred.
• Employee must be in good standing (employment/corrective action history, performance evaluation, etc.) to be considered for an internal transfer.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Student Loan Repayment Program - for some degrees and criteria

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