Licensed Practical Nurse

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical & Patient Care
• Provide direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric and behavioral health conditions
• Support patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, and therapeutic communication
• Participate in crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, and behavior – management strategies per training and policy
• Participate in safety checks and suicide precautions per policy
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu by following safety protocols and observing patients per assigned level of observation

• Medication Administration & Monitoring
• Administer medications as prescribed, including oral, IM, and subcutaneous medications in accordance with state law and facility policy
• Observe patients for medication effectiveness and adverse reactions; report findings to RN, CNO, or Medical Provider

• Assessment, Monitoring, & Data Collection
• Monitor and document patient behaviors, mental status, and physical condition; report significant changes or concerns to RN, CNO, or Medical Provider
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer procedures by collecting data, vitals, and administering screening tools
• Collect and document data for carious assessments and checks

• Interventions & Collaboration
• Implement nursing interventions as directed by RN, CNO, or Medical Provider
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment team members, including RN’s, Psychiatrists, Social Workers, and Mental Health Technicians

• Documentation & Compliance
• Accurately document nursing care, patient responses, and incidents
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuing education as required
• Assist with client belongings inventory and safety searches per policy

Compensation

$26.00 - $32.00 hourly

Learn More

https://hickorytreatmentcenters.com [https://hickorytreatmentcenters.com]

Night Shift

7pm - 7:30am