Behavioral Health LPN – Day Shift, $5k Bonus, 3 12s

Maple Heights Behavioral Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5k

Wage $30-38/hr

Day shift

3 12s and every other weekend

Job summary

Maple Heights Behavioral Health in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for day shifts on a 3-12s schedule with every other weekend. A $5k sign-on bonus is offered, with pay ranging $30-$38/hr depending on experience.

The hospital serves adolescents, adults and seniors in a 120-bed inpatient setting focused on behavioral health care. The role emphasizes patient safety, nursing care within the scope of practice, and collaborative care with physicians and RNs to meet diverse

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
• One year or more nursing experience preferred.
• Current LPN/LVN license required.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient health and administer basic care.
• Collaborate with staff to meet biopsychosocial and cultural needs.
• Ensure safe delivery of medications per policy and order.
• Document patient progress and report changes to RNs/physicians.
• Maintain professional nursing standards and patient safety.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient safety focus

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from accredited nursing program

1+ years nursing experience

Job description

Maple Heights Behavioral Health in Fort Wayne, Indiana, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for day shifts on a 3-12s schedule with every other weekend. A $5k sign-on bonus is offered, with pay ranging $30-$38/hr depending on experience.

The hospital serves adolescents, adults and seniors in a 120-bed inpatient setting focused on behavioral health care. The role emphasizes patient safety, nursing care within the scope of practice, and collaborative care with physicians and RNs to meet diverse