Psychiatric LPN​/LVN

Psychiatric Or Mental/Behavioral Health Lpn

The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mental health/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care in community settings. The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in collaboration with the care team.

Minimum Requirements:

• Current LPN license in state of assignment
• 1 year experience in a psychiatric care setting preferred
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Submission Documents (Send Lockdown form separate):

• Resume (Please Highlight their Travel/Related Experience)
• Rights to Represent Form (in attachments)
• Relias Skills Checklist (For CNA's and MHT's, please provide both; HHA/CNA/PCA Checklist and Psychiatric Technician/Behavioral Health Skills Checklist)
• Reference Packet
• BLS License
• CPI License (Applicable to MSH, MIBC, and MMHNCC; preferred, not required)
• Montana CNA license or Compact License (RN/LPN)
• Driver's License (Front Face Picture only needed)

Submission Template:

• Name:
• Specialty: (Psych Tech, CNA, MHT, BHT Etc.)
• State of License & License #:
• Years of experience:
• Start date:
• End date:
• Shift preference:
• Time Requested off:
• Best time to Contact/ Time zone consideration:
• Best phone #:
• Email address:
• DOB:
• Years of Travel
  
  Experience:

Submission To Start Process:

• Recruiter will "Create Match Only." This doesn't count towards OKR until approved.
• Recruiters will then be able to create a Submission Packet using Mergi.
• Recruiter sends off submission to BDM for approval via Outlook email.
• BDM approves or denies, replies to sub email and relays this communication.
• If approved, BDM moves the Match to Submittal through Recruitcare. Sub OKR will now be official.
• Once approved, move to OM ASAP.
• Inform your HCP that they'll receive an Interview Link from Montana State Hospital. Interview links are typically sent out 24-72 hours after submission.
• It is highly recommended by the facility to attend the interview. Please Dress Appropriately and introduce yourself and the HCP, no need to stay for the duration of the interview.
• Make sure that HCP is aware of the Time Zone differences for interview. Please see attached form in Position for Video Interview Etiquette. There is not a second chance for that NEO if an interview is missed.
• Once Interview is complete – we wait for offers. Feedback/Offers are typically given about 2-4 weeks before Start Date. Continue Credentialing.
• Once offered, you'll receive an email from BDM for next steps.
• Send out FDI email (Template will be sent by BDM) and Important Candidate Information.
• Send Compliance as Adobe Stitched PDF to BDM as soon as possible.
• Offer HCP Starbucks E-Gift card as a way to build relationships. Confirm travel and housing plans.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.