Licensed Practical Nurse

State of Missouri; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Missouri is seeking a positive and energetic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to care for children and adolescents with mental illness. The role involves administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and supporting care plans within the Hawthorn Children’s Psychiatric Hospital.

The LPN will communicate with doctors, patients, and families, supervise nursing assistants, and participate in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri.
• Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques.
• Ability to work assigned schedule including weekends, holidays, and possible overtime.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and prescribed treatments.
• Take and monitor vital signs; document and report changes.
• Assist with care plans and rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers.
• Observe and report patient conditions and behaviors to the care team.
• Oversee nursing assistants and coordinate with doctors, patients, and families.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Observation & reporting

Communication with doctors/families

Education

LPN license (Missouri)

Job description

Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital provides specialized care for children and adolescents diagnosed with mental illness. We are looking for a positive and energetic Licensed Practical Nurse who has an interest in helping children with mental illness maximize their potential.

Hawthorn Children’s Psychiatric Hospital uses the Sanctuary Model to guide our interactions with our teammates and the care we provide to our consumers to promote healing, safety, and nonviolence. This is accomplished by following the Foundation of Sanctuary – The Four Pillars of (1) Trauma Theory, (2) Seven Commitments, (3) S.E.L.F. (Safety, Emotion, Loss, and Future), (4) Sanctuary Tool Kit.

This is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position accountable for administering medication and other prescribed treatments; taking vital signs; assisting with care plan activities; observing and reporting patient conditions and behaviors; and participating in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. LPN’s oversee the work of nursing assistants; communicate with doctors, patients, and families; and educate patients on care. May transport clients to offsite appointments and apply restraints when necessary.

Knowledge of current nursing theory, practices, and techniques. Skill in applying practical nursing principles in the care of persons with physical or mental illness, developmental disabilities, physical disabilities, and/or the geriatric population. Ability to work assigned schedule which may include a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and/or required overtime.

Special Requirements

Possession of a current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri’s Nurse Licensure Compact at the time of appointment.

The Missouri Department of Mental Health is dedicated to the prevention, treatment, and public understanding of mental illness and developmental disabilities. By joining our team, YOU can make a difference in the lives of those impacted by a mental illness or developmental disability, so they have the opportunity to pursue their dreams, live their lives to the fullest, and be a valued member of their communities.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.

For questions contact the Human Resources Office at: [e-mail] or [e-mail]