Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health

LifePoint Health; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

LifePoint Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Behavioral Health Unit at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital. This dynamic role involves contributing to patient care alongside experienced psychiatrists in a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will be dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients and demonstrate strong critical thinking skills as well as effective communication abilities. Join our team and advance your career while helping to create healthier communities.

Benefits

Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• One year experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Must have BCLS within one week of hire/transfer.
• Able to work in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Document nursing observations and contribute to care plans.
• Coordinate patient care and administer medications.
• Provide patient and family education.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Judgement

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school

Current LPN license or multistate compact license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health

At Lake Cumberland Regional Health we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you’re not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

The Behavioral Health Unit at Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, essential for providing specialized care to critically ill patients. The BHU unit is an Adult Psych Unit & Geri Psych Unit. A multimillion-dollar renovation has been completed; this renovation his improved the esthetic of the unit as well as bringing ligature points and safety up to the latest standards.

How you’ll contribute

Each team of nurses are very supportive and work in collaboration with three Psychiatrists on staff and one medical director who is onsite 8 days a month and works telehealth.

You’ll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills to directly impact patient wellbeing.

Department/Unit Summary

• Adult psych unit age 18 and up - 22 beds - have an additional 8 beds as overflow unit
• Geri Psych unit age 65 and over

Connect with our LPN recruiting specialist

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions?

Please contact Melissa Taylor by texting 606-731-0734, calling 270-576-6023 or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current state LPN license or a current multistate compact license and possess an associate from an accredited nursing school.

LPN Behavioral Health

LPN-Behavioral Health

The LPN provides nursing care to patients under the direction and supervision of a RN.

Additional requirements include:

• Minimum work experience: one year experience in behavioral health setting preferred
• BCLS or within one week of hire/transfer
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
• Language Skills: Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.

Essential Functions

Makes and documents nursing observations.

Provides input into development and maintenance of the nursing care plan.

Implements assigned aspects of nursing care plan.

Collaborates with RNs and Providers.

Coordinates patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges with patient care, service and business office personnel, as requested by RNs.

Administers medications, treatment and therapies per scope of practice.

Communicates with patients.

Provides patient and/or family with instruction and education relevant to their condition, as delegated and supervised by RN.

Set up, utilizes and/or maintains equipment, supplies and work area.

Non-Essential Functions

Assists in the orientation of new employees

Participates in performance/process improvement activities.

About our Health System Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, a 295-bed hospital located in Somerset, Kentucky 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

“Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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