LPN - Full-Time Day Shift

Universal Health Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous PTO

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

401(k) with match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Universal Health Services in Dearborn, MI is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a full-time day shift (7 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.) at Metropolitan Behavioral Health. The LPN provides direct patient care within a psychiatric setting, supports behavior management, and assists with admissions, discharges and medication administration.

Join a behavioral health facility offering a full continuum of inpatient services, with opportunities for professional development and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an LPN nursing program with current licensure.
• Knowledge of nursing procedures, medications and administration.
• Experience in psychiatric health-care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per nursing care plans and treatment plan.
• Assist with behavior management, crisis control, seclusion and restraint.
• Assist RN with admissions and discharges; document care and medications.
• Educate on medications and monitor effectiveness and safety.

Skills

Nursing procedures

Medication administration

Patient care plans

Behavior management

Education

LPN nursing program graduate

Michigan Board of Nursing licensure

Job description

Responsibilities

Licensed Practical Nurse

Full-Time Day Shift

7 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Metropoltian Behavioral Health (a UHS Facility)

A bright and beautiful new 144-bed behavioral health facility, Metropolitan Behavioral Hospital provides a full continuum of inpatient services to our community, including specialty programs to serve adolescents, adults and older adults, and perform behavioral health assessments 24 hours a day. Additionally, programs for co-occurring behavioral health and substance use issues are offered to meet the unique needs of patients. To meet this community need we are excited to accept applications for our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role.

For more information, please visit our website: https://metropoltianbh.com

Position Summary

The LPN provides direct patient care according to nursing care plans and the patient’s treatment plan. Participates with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Assists with behavior management, crisis control, seclusion and restraint, under the direction of the registered nurse. Assists RN with patient admissions and discharges. Administers medication and treatments to patients. Assists with medication education, informed consent and monitoring the effectiveness and efficacy of medications. Documents the administration of medications and treatments according to policies and procedures.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medi cal, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of LPN nursing program. Knowledge of current nursing procedures, the nursing process, medications and their correct administration.

Experience: A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.

Licensure: Currently licensed to practice by the State of Michigan Board of Nursing.

Work Hours: This position is Full-Time Day Shift - 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. with rotating holidays and every other weekend.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.