Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Leave

Tuition Assistance

401(k) match

Well-being programs

Career Development

Job summary

National Park Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health in Hot Springs, AR, seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Behavioral Health. You will join a dedicated team providing compassionate care, assessments, treatments, and patient comfort in a collaborative setting.

The role emphasizes documentation, teamwork with RNs, and adherence to safety and quality standards. A current LPN license is required, with certifications such as BLS, ACLS, and PALS pursued within set timelines.

Qualifications

• Current state LPN license.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• PALS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs by collecting data for RN review.
• Perform plan of care interventions and administer medications as indicated.
• Document patient care provided accurately.
• Assist RN with development of the plan of care.

Skills

LPN license

BLS within 30 days

ACLS within 90 days

PALS within 90 days

1 year experience preferred

Job description

License Practicing Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full-Time, Day

Your experience matters

National Park Medical Center ispartof Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As aLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team,you'reembracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills,compassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team. You will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How you'll contribute

ALicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)who excels in this role:

• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care; may administer medication.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient status and responses to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and family.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Whatwe'relooking for

Applicants should have a current state LPN license.Additionalrequirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ACLS certification within 90 days of hire
• PALS certification within 90 days of hire

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• FinancialProtection& PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-andlong-term disability, paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance, loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental healthservicesand discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.

About our Health System

National Park Medical Center is a 163 bed hospital located in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

National Park Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. National Park Medical Centeris committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.