LPN/LVN (Acute locked adult psych unit)

Responsibilities

• Come Join Our Team!
• LVN - Psychiatric Unit position located Corona Regional Rehabilitation Center in Corona, CA Reporting to the Nurse Manager and Director of Behavioral Health Services, this position will require accountability for the promotion, maintenance and restoration of health of patients assigned to his/her care.
• Utilizes specialized knowledge and skills in the application of nursing process skills to deliver quality care to the serious and persistent mental illness.
• Works in conjunction with the C harge Nurse and may function as Relief Charge Nurse, as needed.
• The tradition of caring that culminated in the establishment of Corona Regional Medical Center® began in 1965, with the founding of Corona Community Hospital.
• Since that time the hospital has changed to meet the needs of the rapidly growing community.
• Corona Community Hospital merged with Circle City Medical Center in 1992 and the resulting entity became Corona Regional Medical Center.
• The merged hospitals are now a 238-bed community hospital network comprised of a 160-bed acute care hospital and a 78-bed rehabilitation campus.
• It is certified by The Joint Commission, employs more than 1,250 trained healthcare workers and has a medical staff of approximately 347 physicians representing more than 40 specialties.
• Benefits include: Tuition Reimbursement.
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience.
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Pet Insurance.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program · More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com What do our current nurses value at CRMC & UHS?
• A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession.
• One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.
• You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.
• Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract.
• We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS.
• We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.
• At UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice.

Qualifications

• ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS Knowledge and understanding of psychiatric diagnosis(es), terminology and medical record charting.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE At least two (2) years experience working with clients with serious and persistent mental illness, preferably one of those years in an inpatient setting.
• Excellent verbal and written skills.
• MINIMUM ESSENTIAL EDUCATION Assaultive Behavior Management Training required within 90 days from date of hire.
• REQUIRED LICENSURE / CERTIFICATIONS Current California LVN license required.
• Current BLS (CPR) Certificate required.
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