Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Full - Time

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

CEU courses

Competitive pay

Medical plans

401K

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare in Flowood, MS, invites you to join as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a full-time role with day and night shifts. Orientation is mandatory in Week 1 (Mon-Fri, 8 AM–5 PM) and Week 2 (Mon, 8 AM–4:30 PM).

You will deliver quality direct patient care to children, adolescents and adults hospitalized for psychiatric or emotional disorders, acting as a vital member of a multidisciplinary team and supervising MHTs as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required: Associate in Nursing. Current license to practice nursing in MS. 1 year related experience.
• Preferred: BSN. Three to five years of related experience in behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care to children, adolescents and adults hospitalized for psychiatric or emotional disorders.
• Serve as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and supervise MHTs as assigned.

Education

Associate in Nursing

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing

Job description

Responsibilities

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) OPPORTUNITY – FULL TIME

DAY AND NIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE!

MUST be available to attend the Full Hospital and Departmental orientations: Week 1: MONDAY -FRIDAY (8 AM - 5 PM) & Week 2: MONDAY (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a provider of quality psychiatric treatment services for adults, children and adolescents. Our outpatient services are a convenient drive to areas in Hinds County, Madison County and Rankin County. We also provide inpatient services for those who need more structured treatment. As a leading provider of behavioral health services, our goal is to help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. Our dedicated team of professionals provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a secure and nurturing environment. Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 133-bed acute psychiatric care facility located in Flowood, Mississippi. We are accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and certified by Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE®. We provide psychiatric treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, phobia and more. It is important these issues get treated so individuals are able to lead a healthy and happy life.

Website: Brentwoodjackson.com

What do our current employees value at Brentwood and UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

Job Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering quality direct patient care to children, adolescent and adult patients hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders. The LPN serves actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care; ensures the safety and well-being of each patient. Supervises the MHT’s as assigned. Further contributes to nursing and the hospital through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and Quality Management efforts.

Total Rewards for our LPN include

• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• Diverse programming to expand your experience
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Requried: Associate in Nursing. Current license or permit to practice nursing in the state of MS. 1 year related experience.

Prefered: Bachelor's of Science in Nursing. Three to five years of related experience in behavioral health setting.

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

www.uhs.com.

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