Compassionate LPN - Geriatric Behavioral Health (Day Shift)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine's Behavioral Health team is recruiting an LPN to support geriatric psychiatry patients on the day shift at UAB St. Vincent's East.

Under RN/physician supervision, you will provide direct patient care and contribute to safe medication administration. Responsibilities include patient assessments, administering medications, performing labs and treatments, and educating patients and families about discharge plans and self-care.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as an LPN by the Alabama Board of Nursing.
• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date.
• Graduate from an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
• Administer medications and observe for adverse reactions.
• Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.
• Educate patients and families about discharge plans and self-care.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Vital signs

Education

Practical Nursing diploma

LPN licensure

Job description

UAB Medicine's Behavioral Health team is recruiting an LPN to support geriatric psychiatry patients on the day shift at UAB St. Vincent's East.

Under RN/physician supervision, you will provide direct patient care and contribute to safe medication administration. Responsibilities include patient assessments, administering medications, performing labs and treatments, and educating patients and families about discharge plans and self-care.