Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Lifeways, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Health Savings Account

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401K with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lifeways, Inc. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to patients in our inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services in Idaho.

Under RN or physician supervision, you will assist in assessment, treatment, monitoring, and rehabilitation of patients with mental health and co-occurring disorders. You will perform nursing assessments, administer medications, monitor patient status, document observations, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted LPN license in Idaho.
• 1 year of nursing experience.
• AVADE training and CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Successful completion of background check.

Responsibilities

• The LPN provides direct nursing care to patients receiving inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services.
• Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, physician, or other licensed provider, assists in assessment, treatment, monitoring, and rehabilitation of patients with mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Provide direct nursing care within Idaho LPN scope and hospital policy.
• Perform nursing assessments, collect patient health information, obtain vital signs, monitor weight, and document observations.
• Monitor patients for changes in status and report concerns to the licensed provider.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges, including documentation.
• Conduct health screenings and assist in identifying needs requiring evaluation or intervention.
• Administer medications per orders and monitor effectiveness and adverse effects.

Skills

Nursing care

Vital signs

Medication administration

CPR certified

Documentation

Education

Idaho LPN license

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Benefits offered:

- Medical Benefits

Preferred Provider Option

- Health Savings Account

- Dental Benefits

- Vision Benefits

- Flexible Spending Account

- Pet Insurance

- Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid

- Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D

- Short Term Disability - Company Paid

- Long Term Disability

- 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%

- Retirement and Financial Planning Services

- Shift differential incentives

- Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)

- We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education

- Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities

- Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)

- Sick Leave for part-time staff

- (11) Paid Holidays

- Tuition reimbursement program

- Commuter Mileage Incentive

- Cell phone reimbursement

- Clinical Supervision

- Wellness Program reimbursement

- Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)

- The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients receiving inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services.

- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, physician, or other licensed provider, the LPN assists in the assessment, treatment, monitoring, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.

- Provide direct nursing care to patients within the scope of Idaho LPN licensure and hospital policy.

- Perform nursing assessments, collect patient health information, obtain vital signs, monitor weight, and document patient observations and responses to treatment.

- Monitor patients for changes in physical, emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric status and promptly report concerns to the appropriate licensed provider.

- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including completion of required nursing documentation.

- Conduct health screenings and assist in identifying patient needs requiring further evaluation or medical intervention.

- Perform AIMS assessments and other clinical screenings as trained and assigned.

- Administer medications, including oral, injectable, and other prescribed treatments, in accordance with provider orders, hospital policies, and applicable regulations.

- Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, side effects, and medication compliance.

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and electronic health record.

- Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, wellness, and recovery.

- Communicate medication-related concerns, abnormal findings, and patient responses to the prescribing provider and nursing leadership.

- Coordinate with pharmacies, medical providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and accurate medication management.

- Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and contribute nursing observations and recommendations regarding patient care and treatment planning.

- Assist in the implementation and monitoring of individualized treatment plans.

- Observe and monitor patients for suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, aggression, elopement risk, withdrawal symptoms, and other safety concerns.

- Respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies.

- Utilize approved de-escalation techniques and participate in crisis intervention procedures.

- Complete required clinical, nursing, and regulatory documentation accurately and within established timeframes.

- Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.

- Maintain standards of confidentiality of Lifeways clients and records.

- Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeways, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

- Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Idaho, and must maintain licensure in good standing

- 1 year of nursing experience

- AVADE training and CPR certification within 90 days of hire

- Successful completion of background check

Preferred

- Experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, inpatient, emergency, correctional, or residential treatment settings

- Basic understanding of psychiatric diagnoses, psychotropic medications, substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented treatment

- Experience using electronic health record systems