LPN - Behavioral Health Nurse | $3K Sign-On

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide clinical nursing care within the LPN/LVN scope. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time openings.

Applicants must have an active LPN/LVN license, CPR and de-escalation training as required by the facility. Responsibilities include monitoring patient health, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, therapeutic care across adolescent, adult

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing is required.
• One or more years' nursing experience within the clinical area is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient health and provide basic nursing care within scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient symptoms, responses and progress.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and the care team to ensure safety and comfort.
• Administer medications according to physician orders and facility policies.

Skills

Nursing care

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

LPN/LVN license

Tools

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

Job description

Erlanger Behavioral Health Hospital in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide clinical nursing care within the LPN/LVN scope. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is offered for full-time openings.

Applicants must have an active LPN/LVN license, CPR and de-escalation training as required by the facility. Responsibilities include monitoring patient health, documenting progress, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, therapeutic care across adolescent, adult