Acute Psychiatric LPN: Crisis Care & Meds

AltaPointe Health; Daphne (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

EastPointe Hospital in Daphne, Alabama is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to perform admission tasks, monitor patient status, administer medications, and provide timely education to patients and families. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate care, document thoroughly, and participate in crisis de-escalation and routine nursing duties across units as needed.

This hospital offers a collaborative environment and professional growth opportunities for dedicated

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in Alabama.
• Maintain/renew state license and CEUs as required.

Responsibilities

• Complete admission processes including medical checklist, vital signs, and documentation.
• Observe consumer behavior in group activities and document observations for shift reports.
• Administer medications and monitor for adverse reactions per policy.
• Provide medication education to consumers and families, including uses and side effects.
• Communicate with physicians about physical and mental status of consumers.
• Assist with personal care and activities of daily living as needed.
• Document promptly and clearly; perform hand-offs at shift change.
• Respond to emergencies with de-escalation and crisis intervention as directed.

Skills

LPN licensure

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

EastPointe Hospital in Daphne, Alabama is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to perform admission tasks, monitor patient status, administer medications, and provide timely education to patients and families. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate care, document thoroughly, and participate in crisis de-escalation and routine nursing duties across units as needed.

This hospital offers a collaborative environment and professional growth opportunities for dedicated