LPN/LVN

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Loan Forgiveness

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Health, Dental, Vision plans

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for behavioral health patients in South Carolina. The role involves direct patient care, medication administration and collaboration with a treatment team.

New graduates are welcome; SC licensure is required. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available, along with comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities across UHS locations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college of nursing.
• New graduates accepted; valid nursing licensure in SC.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients on assigned unit.
• Administers and documents prescribed medications and treatments.
• Establishes therapeutic rapport with the patient, provides support and utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques.

Skills

LPN/LVN nursing

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Responsibilities

Looking for a rewarding career in behavioral health? We want to hear from you!

Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health is now seeking to fill Full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/ Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)*** positions.

*** $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Available ***

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) will provide care for patients with a variety of behavioral health disorders whose ages range from adolescent through geriatric. The LPN/LVN is an integral part of the interdisciplinary treatment team working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The LPN/LVN implements therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team and tracks patient progress towards treatment plan goals.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provides direct care to patients on assigned unit.
• Administers and documents prescribed medications and treatments.
• Establishes therapeutic rapport with the patient, provides support and utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques.

Available Schedules

Day: 7:00am to 7:30pm

Night: 7:00pm to 7:30am

Benefits for full-time include

• Tuition Assistance
• Loan Forgiveness
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• In-house Psychiatric Nurse Residency Transition-to-Practice Orientation (20 CEUs)
• 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
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What do our current nurses value at Palmetto Lowcountry & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice.

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. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. 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.

For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of an accredited college of nursing.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience preferred, but not required. New Graduates accepted.

Age-Specific Competencies

Child, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric

Licensure/Certification

Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of South Carolina. *New Graduates Accepted*

CPR/CPI Certification Required – provided upon hire

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.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.