LPN/LVN

Mountain Youth Academy; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Career development within UHS

Free meals

Attendance incentives

Shift differential pay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Mountain Youth Academy, a UHS company, seeks an LPN (S) for night shifts to join our pediatric behavioral health team. You will perform patient assessments, administer medications, and support care planning in a 120-bed residential setting.

We offer shift differential, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive health plans, and career development within UHS. A successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• EMR Electronic Medical Record
• Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Psychotropic Medications Phlebotomy
• Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Strong Interpersonal and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Patient assessment and care planning: Perform comprehensive assessments and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Medication administration: Administer prescribed meds, including psychotropic medications, monitor for side effects.
• Behavioral observation and documentation: Observe and document patient behavior and report concerns.
• Therapeutic communication: Engage with patients, provide emotional support, aid coping strategies.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Therapeutic communication

Interpersonal skills

Phlebotomy

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing program

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

Mountain Youth Academy (a UHS company) is seeking LPN (S) for Night Shifts to join our growing team! Come make a difference in the life of a child and love what you do!!

***This role requires a successful background check, fingerprinting and employment verification***

Mountain Youth Academy is centrally located near Johnson City, TN, Boone, NC, and Abingdon, VA. We are a 120-bed residential treatment facility and assist in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of behavioral health issues for our young adolescent patients.

https://mountainyouthacademy.net/

POSITION SUMMARY:

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 Registered Nurse (RN) 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. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with Mountain Youth. 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.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Patient assessment and care planning: Performing comprehensive assessments on patients, including mental status evaluations, vital signs, and physical health needs, and contributing to individualized care plans based on the patient's needs.
• Medication administration: Accurately administering prescribed medications, including psychotropic medications, and monitoring for side effects.
• Behavioral observation and documentation: Observing and documenting patient behavior, including changes in mood, affect, and behavior patterns, and reporting any concerning behaviors to the registered nurse.
• Therapeutic communication: Engaging in therapeutic communication with patients, actively listening, providing emotional support, and assisting with coping mechanisms.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, 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!
• Free Meals
• Attendance Incentives
• Shift Differential Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement

For a full preview of benefits, please visit UHS Benefits Service Center (ehr.com)

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

JOB REQUIREMENTS/SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• EMR Electronic Medical Record
• Knowledge of Mental Health Disorders
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of Psychotropic Medications Phlebotomy
• Exceptional ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats.
• Strong Interpersonal and organization skills.

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.