Behavioral Health LPN - Flexible Per Diem

Universal Health Services; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Southridge Behavioral Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, a joint venture with Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our new, state-of-the-art facility. As an LPN, you will provide direct patient care according to care plans, assist with admissions/discharges, administer medications, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu under RN supervision.

Flexible per diem hours are available; the role requires graduation from an accredited LPN

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Basic understanding of psychiatric nursing theory and practice; psychiatric clinical experience desired.
• Demonstrated clinical competency in providing general nursing care.
• Current LPN licensure in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care according to nursing care plans and the patient's treatment plan.
• Participates with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu.
• Assists with behavior management, crisis control, seclusion and restraint, under the direction of the registered nurse.
• Partners with RN with patient admissions and discharges.
• Administers medication and treatments to patients. Assists with medication education, informed consent and monitoring the effectiveness and efficacy of medications. Documents the administration of medications and treatments according to policies and procedures.

Skills

Psychiatric nursing basics

Education

Accredited school of practical nursing graduate

Job description

Southridge Behavioral Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, a joint venture with Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, is seeking a licensed practical nurse to join our new, state-of-the-art facility. As an LPN, you will provide direct patient care according to care plans, assist with admissions/discharges, administer medications, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu under RN supervision.

Flexible per diem hours are available; the role requires graduation from an accredited LPN