Crisis Stabilization Unit LPN

Community Counseling-Bristol; Norton (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks paid vacation

12 paid holidays and sick leave

Health, dental, disability, and life保险

403(b) with up to 5% employer match

Job summary

Community Counseling-Bristol (CCBC) seeks a per diem Licensed Practical Nurse for our 24-hour crisis stabilization unit in Norton, MA. This no-restraint psychiatric program serves individuals with subacute psychiatric needs and operates within a multidisciplinary team.

We offer competitive pay, supportive growth opportunities, and a compassionate work environment. LPN with MA license and CPR certification preferred; 1+ year healthcare/nursing experience required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited and/or approved practical nurse program (LPN).
• Current, unencumbered license as a practical nurse in Massachusetts (LPN).
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare and nursing services.
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with detailed, confidential material.
• Preference for experience with behavioral/mental health or cognitive conditions.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of psychiatric diseases and treatment modalities.
• Administer and monitor medications.
• Record and report symptoms and reactions to treatments and patient status changes.
• Complete client admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Educate clients on psychiatric medication use.
• Utilize community resources to empower clients toward independence.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Healthcare experience

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Job Type: Per Diem, days
Location: Taunton, MA
Program Type: Adult Crisis Unit; Voluntary Inpatient Treatment
Pay Range: $36-$40 / hour
Job Level: Associate (min. 1 year experience)
License: Unrestricted Massachusetts LPN License
Program(s): Adult Community Crisis Stabilization

At Community Counseling of Bristol County (CCBC), we are building an amazing team of professionals who are changing the way mental health is treated in southeastern Massachusetts. You can find us in schools, homes, the community, and our Taunton offices empowering our clients with the latest evidence-based behavioral health treatments. We are a non‑profit community mental health center serving 50 communities in Massachusetts and growing! CCBC provides inpatient, outpatient, and urgent care services to adults and children overcoming depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance abuse, and many other conditions hindering personal fulfillment. If you are caring, dedicated, and ready to grow your career, we would love to hear from you!

Description of Position

CCBC is seeking per diem licensed practical nurses (LPN) for our 24-hour, 8-bed crisis stabilization unit located in Norton, MA. Our unit is a short term, voluntary, no restraint psychiatric program for individuals who are experiencing subacute psychiatric treatment needs which do not require a hospital level of care. LPNs are part of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, physicians, MHWs, Peer Support Specialists and nurses creating a patient-centered environment of healing.

You will receive unparalleled support, growth and learning opportunities, generous pay and vacation time.

Job responsibilities:

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of psychiatric diseases and appropriate treatment modalities
• Administer and monitor medications
• Record and report observed symptoms and reactions to treatments and changes in patient status
• Complete client admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Provide nursing care and serve to educate clients with respect to the use of psychiatric medication
• Utilize community resources and referrals to empower clients to achieve their highest level of independent functioning

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited and/or approved practical nurse program
• Current, unencumbered license as a practical nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Current certification in CPRli>
• Minimum 1 year experience in healthcare and nursing services
• Good interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to work with detailed, confidential material
• Preference for experience working with patients with behavioral/mental health or cognitive conditions

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Why build your career at CCBC?

Stable and Established

• The largest, most innovative mental health and substance abuse care provider in southeastern MA, with a 50 year history
• We serve over 12,000 clients annually
• Committment to innovation and evidence-based practice
• Committment to erasing the stigma that can surround trauma, mental illness, and addiction
• A short commute from both Boston and Providence
• 3 weeks paid vacation to start
• 12 paid holidays and sick leave
• Health, dental, disability, and life insurance
• 403-b with up to 5% employer match

Make Recovery a Reality

Working with CCBC gives you the chance to change your own path while helping others find theirs. As you provide hope and healing to people who need it most, you'll be just as inspired by the quality of people you work with as the outcomes you provide together. Join us and be a part of the next success story.