LPN

Ozark Center; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Freeman Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support behavioral health services. The LPN delivers patient care under the guidance of psychiatrists/APNs, emphasizing trauma-informed, empathetic support and coordination of care in a psychiatric setting.

The LPN will report to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices and participate in documentation, medication logs, and patient education to facilitate smooth clinic visits and recovery planning.

Qualifications

• LPN license required and practical nursing diploma.
• Experience with behavioral health or trauma-informed care preferred.
• Ability to document accurately in EHR.
• Strong collaboration with psychiatrists/APNs and nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Meet the total clinical needs of practice patients as directed by the Psychiatrist or APN.
• Report to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices; may report to the Physician/APN.
• Maintain logs for medications and related records.
• Document referrals, standing orders, and plan of care in the EHR.
• Engage patients and families and educate on the plan of care.
• Ensure efficient transitions during office visits and accurate charting.

Skills

LPN license

Behavioral health

Trauma-informed care

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Tools

EHR Systems

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a licensed nursing care provider who is responsible for delivery of a full range of support services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues. LPN is primarily responsible for facilitating the maximum level of independent functioning of the clients served and demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery and is trained and/or experienced in working with severe mental illness and/or substance abusing diagnosed individuals to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide support services. LPN provides services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction/substance use and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often times have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. LPN will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive which will prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. The LPN will report to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent Diploma in Practical Nursing.

Responsibilities

The LPN meets the total clinical needs of the practice patients as determined by the Psychiatrist or Advance Practice Nurse in consultation with or as ordered by the psychiatrist physician. The LPN reports the same to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices but may also report to the Physician or Advance Practice Nurse. The LPN performs other duties as assigned or directed by the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices, doctor assigned to or the APN. The LPN utilizes proper communication with higher level nursing and/or physician; ongoing maintenance of appropriate medications, maintaining logs for medication samples and other logs as deemed necessary through clinic. The LPN facilitates efficient transition of patients throughout the office visit. Efficient identification of patient problems; communication of pertinent data to physician/provider; accurate chart/charge preparation and collection of pertinent data. The LPN makes appropriate referrals, demonstrates proper use of standing orders, and ensures appropriate, accurate, and timely documentation in electronic health records. The LPN actively engages patients and family and assists in the education of patient’s plan of care. The LPN meets the productivity standards of the mental health office. Perform all other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds. TB test upon hire

Company Overview

Locally owned and nationally recognized, Freeman Health System is a not-for-profit health system serving communities across Missouri, Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Kansas through a network of hospitals, physician clinics, outpatient locations, and specialty services. The system includes Freeman Hospital West, Freeman Hospital East, Freeman Neosho Hospital, and the Freeman Health System facilities in Bentonville, Springdale, Willow Creek, and Siloam Springs. Freeman Health System also operates Ozark Center - the region's largest provider of behavioral health services, and offers comprehensive cancer, cardiology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, and women's and children's services. The system is supported by more than 7,000 employees and is the only Children's Miracle Network Hospital in a 70-mile radius. For more information, visit Freeman Health System.