Geriatric Psychiatry LPN — Flexible Hours & Travel

American Health Partners; Martin (TN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Psychiatric Care in Tennessee is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services, instruction and assessments within the hospital setting. The LPN will participate in nursing assessments and direct patient care under supervision, ensuring delivery of care per Unity, CMS and licensure standards.

Essential duties include supervising treatments, assisting physicians and DON, documenting care, administering medications, and managing patient flow including admissions, transfers

Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months experience in a hospital, long term care facility or other health care institution.
• Completion of a Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program.
• Current State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise resident/patient treatments.
• Assist physicians and the Director of Nursing in treatment and examination of patients.
• Document nurses’ notes, physicians’ orders, discharge plans and reports.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physician.
• Conduct and monitor prescribed treatments and procedures as assigned.
• Perform CPR and notify family and third parties in case of death.
• Inventory and request equipment and supplies.
• Admit, transfer and discharge patients.

Education

LPN Program

Job description

Unity Psychiatric Care in Tennessee is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services, instruction and assessments within the hospital setting. The LPN will participate in nursing assessments and direct patient care under supervision, ensuring delivery of care per Unity, CMS and licensure standards.

Essential duties include supervising treatments, assisting physicians and DON, documenting care, administering medications, and managing patient flow including admissions, transfers