Behavioral Health LPN: Compassionate Care, Day Shift

National Park Medical Center; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Professional development

Job summary

National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Behavioral Health. This full-time daytime role focuses on delivering compassionate care, assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and documenting care in collaboration with RNs and physicians.

Requirements include an active LPN license and BLS within 30 days; ACLS and PALS within 90 days. One year of experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in good standing.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• PALS certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients by collecting data for RN review.
• Implement plan of care interventions and document care.
• Document patient care provided accurately.
• Assist RN in developing and updating care plans.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Monitor and communicate patient status to RN, physicians, and family.
• Advocate for patients' physical and emotional well-being.
• Participate in performance improvement and ongoing education.
• Provide consistent, high-quality patient care and adapt to unit needs.
• Maintain reliable attendance and flexible working across shifts/units.

Skills

LPN license

BLS certified

ACLS within 90 days

PALS within 90 days

Job description

National Park Medical Center in Hot Springs, Arkansas, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Behavioral Health. This full-time daytime role focuses on delivering compassionate care, assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and documenting care in collaboration with RNs and physicians.

Requirements include an active LPN license and BLS within 30 days; ACLS and PALS within 90 days. One year of experience is preferred.