LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) | BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES | ADULT ACUTE UNIT (C-2) |PART TIME[...]

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous time off policy

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is seeking a part-time evening Licensed Practical Nurse in Behavioral Health Services. This role involves direct patient care, data collection, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure optimal care. Ideal candidates will have a current NJ LPN license and strong communication skills.

The position offers a supportive environment within a leading healthcare provider dedicated to compassionate community care.

Qualifications

• Current NJ license as an LPN.
• Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required.
• IV certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collects data from patients and records on Initial Data Base form.
• Gives direct nursing care to assigned patients.
• Documents pertinent information regarding patient's responses.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN

Good oral and written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Current NJ license as an LPN

American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) - BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES - ADULT ACUTE UNIT (C-2)- PART TIME EVENING (22032)

Job Category: Nursing/Nursing Support

Requisition Number: LICEN009361

Location: New Jersey CPB, Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

Join Our Team at Bergen New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, Bergen New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Behavioral Health Services.

Responsibilities:

• Collects data from patient, family or significant others and records on Initial Data Base form.
• Twenty-four hour nursing assessment and provides data to RN for MDS inclusion.
• Contributes to the formulation and updating of plan of care and implements plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Gives direct nursing care to assigned patients (e.g., medications, treatments, dressing changes, resident care, TPR) according to established standards.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and responds appropriately, notifying charge nurse as needed.
• Documents pertinent information regarding patient's responses and nursing interventions in patient's medical record.
• Administers medication according to hospital policies; understands and monitors age specific data including meds, lab/diagnostic results, etc.
• Applies principles of infection control and safety in the performance of patient care.
• Communicates effectively with charge nurse and other member of the health care team regarding patient's needs and/or changes in condition.
• Responds appropriately in crisis situation; able to prioritize.
• Reports significant unit problems to the charge nurse.
• Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served and complies with the Bill of Rights.
• Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Assesses gaps in policies and procedures and creates necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.

Other Duties:

• Orients patient and family to new environment; develops rapport with patients, family and/or significant others.
• Orients LPNs, Nurses’ Aides and orderlies as required.
• Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participates on unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.
• Participates in patient care conferences and in staff development activities as required.
• Assists other personnel as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Position Qualifications:

• Current NJ license as an LPN.
• Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• IV certification preferred.
• Clinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing or equivalent education as described by the state education law is required.

Job Setting/Physical Demands:

• All patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff.
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
• Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.
• Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate respirator.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience within posted range.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work‑life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.