LPN, Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health Nurse

Responsibilities

LPN - Full Time Days - 7:00am-7:30pm

HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility)

Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives.

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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.
• 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 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.

If you would like to learn more about this position before applying, please contact Havenwyck Hospital at .

• 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

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.

Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing…