Mission:
The LPN will deliver quality psychiatric nursing care to adult patients with behavioral health illnesses and substance abuse issues and serve as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. The LPN will administer prescribed medications and treatments to patients in accordance with policy.
Bonus:
We offer a $2,000.00 sign-on bonus after six months of employment for full-time employees and $1000 for part-time employees.
Essential Functions:
- Administers all medication safely in accordance with policy and documents medication given and its effectiveness.
- Promptly and correctly notifies the Shift Director or DON of contracted orders and unavailable medications.
- Recommends improved methods for administering medications within the limits of clinical training.
- Completes all required assessments promptly.
- Consistently reflects ongoing assessments in the patient’s treatment plan and progress notes.
- Implements special precautions when indicated following established policy.
- Consistently puts patients and families at ease regarding hospitalization and treatment.
- Is vigilant and identifies potential patient problems.
- Participates in the treatment planning process, sharing observations and other relevant information.
- Assists patients with treatments and identifies when patients need assistance with ADLs.
