LPN - Hospital

Beacon is currently hiring LPNs for our Hospital in ___________.

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Beacon Behavioral Hospital is one of the largest and most established behavioral health programs in Louisiana. For over 20 years, Beacon employs caring staff at locations across southeast Louisiana: Baton Rouge, Metairie, Alexandria, Slidell, Hammond, Houma, Bogalusa, Bunkie, Opelousas, and Lutcher. We currently provide inpatient programs and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) that provide therapy to those struggling with emotional disorders, substance abuse, and mental disorders.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Must have Practical Nurse Licensure in the state of operation.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse, experience in behavioral health care preferred.
• Certification in Basic Life Support required.
• Certification in non-violent crisis intervention.

• Specific responsibilities and duties
• Participates in the planning, coordinating and documenting total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Accurately reports and records the patient’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change.
• Prepares clinical/progress notes daily and incorporates into the clinical record weekly, and documents monthly recertification/Master Treatment Plan Updates in coordination with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Initiates and sustains the implementation of all physician orders.
• Completes, maintains and submits accurate and relevant clinical notes.
• Participates in case conferences, in-services, and other programs and meetings as needed.
• Facilitates nursing psych-education groups as needed. Assures complete and timely documentation of each group facilitated.
• Complete Nursing Health Screen for every new admission. Communicate any issues/concerns with physician.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the Plan of Care in coordination with other members of the multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Performs other duties and special projects as required.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

What makes Beacon Behavioral Health a great choice?

• At Beacon, we are growing family and we understand the importance of striking a balance between family and professional life. It is our goal to provide employees with:
• Competitive salary
• Professional development training available
• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401k
• Work-life balance
• Organizational growth opportunities
• Rewards and Employee Recognition programs

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Pre-employment screenings and verification of credentials (if applicable) is required prior to start date.

Beacon uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify [http://www.dhs.gov/E-Verify].

Beacon is Equal Opportunity Employer.

Beacon Behavioral Hospital is a CMS mandated facility and therefore requires proof of full COVID vaccination or approved exemption request prior to start date.