Licensed Practical Nurse

Arkansas Psychiatric Clinic PA; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching contributions

Short-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Maples Clinic in Hammond, LA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for REG FULL TIME shifts to join our behavioral health team. AM & PM 12-hour shift coverage is available.

You will provide basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, administer medications, take vital signs, and document thoroughly to support the multidisciplinary team. A supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Active Louisiana LPN license.
• Minimum 1 year experience as an LPN; behavioral health experience preferred.
• BLS certification.
• Non-violent crisis intervention certification.

Responsibilities

• Participates in planning, coordination, and documentation of total patient care with the multidisciplinary team.
• Record the client’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms.
• Monitor skin, document changes, and provide nursing care within shift.
• Complete and document accurate clinical notes for nursing services.
• Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Documentation

Team communication

BLS certification

Crisis intervention

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Louisiana

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

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Licensed Practical Nurse

REG FULL TIME Hammond, LA, US

The Maples is in search of Licensed Practical Nurses for PRN shifts to become a part of our team, providing support to The Maples Clinic located in Hammond, LA. We are looking for AM & PM 12-hour shift coverage.

Who We Are

The Maples is partnered with Beacon Behavioral Partners- a growing network of physician‑driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.

Beacon Behavioral Partners now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward‑thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Why work for us?

At The Maples, the Licensed Practical Nurse will receive a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; matching contributions to a 401(k) plan; short‑term disability insurance; paid holidays; accrued paid time off; and a range of additional valuable benefits.

What does the Nurse do? (including but not limited to)

As a Nurse, you are responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, educating patients on self‑care, and documenting patient information thoroughly; all while maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team and patients.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Participates in the planning, coordinating, and documenting of total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Accurately reports and records the client’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Accurately monitor skin assessments with proper documentation and reporting of changes
• Completes, maintains, and documents accurate and relevant clinical notes
• Ensures timely and accurate clinical documentation for all nursing clinical services provided
• Participation in education, in‑services, and other training and meetings as needed
• Facilitates appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment
• Ensures all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift
• Manages medication administration, monitoring, and proper storage of medication and complies with all medication management policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must have active Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Louisiana.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as an LPN, experience in behavioral health care preferred
• Certification in Basic Life Support
• Certification in non‑violent crisis intervention