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Havenwyck Hospital (UHS Facility)

Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission‑accredited psychiatric hospital located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, overlooking Lake Galloway. We specialize in comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services for children, adolescents, and adults. Our goal is to build strength, confidence, and knowledge within each patient to promote lifelong self‑care.

The 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 (RN) as outlined in policies and procedures.
• Provide care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patient rights, comfort, and the therapeutic environment.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients in a timely manner and complete necessary documentation.
• Administer medication; provide patient education related to medication and observe and report signs and symptoms of side effect or adverse drug reaction to RN.
• Identify medical problems and report to the Charge Nurse.
• Provide general nursing care to patients presenting with medical problems requiring nursing interventions such as dressing changes.
• Assist with procedures and physical exams; teach patients about infection control and general health maintenance.
• Identify alterations in mood or behavior, recognizing potential for self‑harm or high‑risk behaviors, and communicate these issues to the Charge Nurse/designee.
• Assist in applying protective devices under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse.
• Use the Individualized Treatment Plan and any specific treatment plan in determining interventions with patients; keep treatment plan updates and review with patient.
• Set 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.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior with appropriate interventions on a daily basis and following program guidelines regarding nutritional habits.
• Identify verbal and non‑verbal cues for potential aggressive behavior and apply de‑escalation techniques to situation.
• Intervene to decrease panic of disturbed patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse; use the necessary intervention to de‑escalate disturbed patients.
• Actively participate in Non‑Violent Crisis Interventions at all times, as necessary.
• Serve as a role model for other nursing staff or patients by appearance, manner, attitude, and tone.
• Participate in staff development programs; keep Charge Nurse/Nurse Unit Manager apprised of any difficulties or necessary changes required in program or staff development.

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Current status as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Michigan.
• 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.

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We are equal‑opportunity employers and openly support the recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.