Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN - Behavioral Health

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health

Fulltime:
Nights

Schedule:

3 12 hour shifts, 7p-7a

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will provide direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will be responsible for nursing observations, care plans, medication administration, patient instruction, equipment setup and coordination of care throughout admissions, transfers, and discharges.

• Make and document nursing observations.
• Provide input into development and maintenance of the nursing care plan.
• Implement assigned aspects of the nursing care plan.
• Collaborate with RNs and providers.
• Coordinate patient care, admissions, transfers and discharges with patient care, service and business office personnel, as requested by RNs.
• Administer medications, treatment and therapies per scope of practice.
• Communicate with patients.
• Provide patient and/or family with instruction and education relevant to their condition, as delegated and supervised by RN.
• Set up, utilize and/or maintain equipment, supplies and work area.

• Assist in the orientation of new employees.
• Participate in performance/process improvement activities.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. The position offers comprehensive benefits, financial protection and career growth opportunities, as well as programs for employee well‑being and professional development.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage; medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period; tailored benefit options for part‑time and PRN employees, and more.

• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short‑and long‑term disability.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.

• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Minimum Education
:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Skills
:
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision, work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications
:
Basic Life Support (BLS).

Licenses
:
Current LPN license in state of NC.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.