LPN Days

Haven Behavioral Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401k Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Short/Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for day shifts, 7a-7p, with 3-12 hour shifts per week and EOW rotation. The LPN provides nursing care for patients with mental health needs under the supervision of a registered nurse and follows Joint Commission, federal and state regulations, Oceans' mission, and hospital policies.

Essential duties include delivering nursing care, documenting findings, supporting care plans, and maintaining patient

Responsibilities

• Delivers quality nursing care to assigned patients under RN supervision.
• Documents findings accurately in patient records and communicates with the care team.
• Administers medications safely and educates patients on their use.

Job description

Full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

* Day Shift: 7a-7p (3-12hr shifts/week with EOW rotation)

About Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia

Haven Behavioral Hospital of Philadelphia is a 42 bed acute-care Joint Commission Accredited psychiatric hospital that offers a full continuum of care for older adults dealing with mental health issues. We are dedicated to partnering with individuals, families, and communities to improve the lives of patients through the delivery of high-quality, specialty behavioral health services.

Benefits We Offer:

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.

401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

The Licensed Practical Nurse's primary role is to provide nursing care for patients who are experiencing common, well-defined health problems. The LPN functions as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team, and utilizes the nursing process in implementation of patient's care. Those services are performed under the supervision of a registered nurse but utilize all nursing skills to make safe, appropriate and independent decisions within the scope of the LPN nursing practice. All duties to be done in accordance with Joint Commission, Federal and State regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures and Performance Improvement Standards.

Essential Functions:

1. Delivers quality nursing care to assigned group of patients by collecting data and identifying deviations from normal; assists with reassessing patients according to assignments, need and unit protocol and/or hospital policy under the direction of the registered nurse.
2. Accurately and thoroughly documents all findings in the patient record and identifies expected outcomes based on assessment data; effectively communicates pertinent assessment findings with other health care members.
3. Implements nursing care interventions identified in the individualized multidisciplinary treatment plan using accepted standards of practice in collaboration with other health care providers; performs nursing procedures/treatments as prescribed by physician/LIP.
4. Conducts specified bedside laboratory tests, wound care, and provides for comfort and assistance in the performance of ADLs;
5. Promotes the patient's ability to cope, adapt and/or solve situations related to illness and/or stressors.
6. Provides supportive, age appropriate communication and culturally acceptable interventions and documents special needs.
7. Provides for the safe delivery of medications in accordance with the facility policies and physician orders; administers medications utilizing established safety procedures / standards. Ensures patients are effectively assessed prior to and after medication administration. Accurately communicates/documents medication doses prescribed, and provides patient education on medication administered.
8. Follows up on patient care responsibilities; communicates incomplete assignments and patient needs with other disciplines to assure continuity of care; transcribes orders accurately and performs chart audits of transcription accurately and according to facility guidelines.
9. Utilizes nursing knowledge to successfully meet the needs of the facility, patient population and staff members. Utilizes nursing resources to enhance evidence-based practice.
10. Guides, educates, and provides leadership as a preceptor to new staff. Performs other duties and projects as assigned.