GERI BEHAVIORAL, Licensed Practical Nurse, Full-Time, Day Shift

Hospital Authority of Jenkins County; Millen (GA); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Dental insurance

Employee discount

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Hospital Authority of Jenkins County is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the On Track Senior Behavioral Health Unit in Millen, GA. The LPN will collaborate with the RN to deliver nursing care to acutely ill adults and geriatric patients, aligning operations with the facility's mission and pursuing performance improvements.

The role reports to the Charge Nurse or Program Director and offers a full-time schedule with a $2,500 hiring bonus for new hires.

Qualifikationen

• Current LPN License in the state of Georgia.
• Two (2) or more years of psychiatric nursing experience preferred.
• Current ACLS preferred.

Aufgaben

• Ensure continual delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Support and implement nursing practices that improve patient care and unit operations.
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a healthy, collaborative team environment.
• Provide direct patient care, including supporting social and emotional needs.
• Assist with and oversee medication schedules as directed.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and condition.
• Support and mentor MHT and other clinical staff as needed.
• Work effectively in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift/move up to 50 pounds as required.

Kenntnisse

Patient care

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Ausbildung

LPN license in Georgia

Jobbeschreibung

Description

Newly hired LPNs will receive a $2,500 hiring bonus!*

Location: 931 East Winthorpe Ave, Millen, GA 30442

The LPN will plan and work with the RN to provide nursing care to acutely ill adult and geriatric patients in the On Track Senior Behavioral Health Unit, in accordance with all standards governing our facility. The LPN maintains overall departmental operations aligned with the facility's mission and vision, participates in performance improvement activities, and supports an environment focused on high quality, patient centered care.

This role works closely with the nursing team and reports to the Charge Nurse or Program Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Ensure continual delivery of high-quality nursing care
• Support and implement nursing practices that improve patient care and unit operations
• Maintain compliance with professional standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain a healthy, collaborative team environment
• Provide direct patient care, including supporting social and emotional needs
• Assist with and oversee medication schedules as directed
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress and condition
• Support and mentor MHT and other clinical staff as needed
• Work effectively in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift/move up to 50 pounds as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current LPN License in the state of Georgia
• Two (2) or more years of psychiatric nursing experience preferred
• Current ACLS preferred

At Jenkins County Medical Center, our behavioral health team is built on consistency, teamwork, and a strong commitment to our patients and community. WE value staff who show up, support one another, and take pride in providing safe, compassionate care very day.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)