LPN/LVN-PRN

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama Clinical Schools, a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area, is seeking an LPN (PRN) with CPR certification. The role involves directing patient care, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, observing and intervening in patient behavior, and assisting with staffing under RN supervision.

Applicants should be a graduate of an accredited practical nursing program and hold Alabama licensure with a clear background check.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• One (1) year psychiatric experience preferred, but not required.
• Current status as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alabama.
• Current CPR Certification required.
• Must have a successful background, drug screening, and ABI/FBI fingerprints.

Responsibilities

• Direct physical management of the patient and collaborate with other disciplines.
• Observe patient behavior for changes and intervene therapeutically; guide non-professional nursing staff.
• Communicate changes to appropriate staff and record changes.
• Assist with staffing process for nursing issues and review staffing schedules.
• Inform managers of potential overtime issues and assist in making changes as directed by RN.

Skills

Psychiatric experience

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Responsibilities

Alabama Clinical Schools has been a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years. Our treatment services range from intensive residential treatment for males ages 9-18 to therapeutic foster care for males and females of all ages. Our RISE and Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care programs for boys are the only programs of their kind in the State of Alabama. Our mission is simple: to enrich lives of at-risk youth and their families by delivering quality behavioral and educational services while fostering a safe transition to the community.

Much more available online at: www.alabamaclinicalschools.com

LPN(PRN):

The LPN must have credentials to direct physical management of the patient and have current CPR certification. Collaborates with members of other disciplines. Observes patient behavior for changes in order to intervene therapeutically, guide non-professional nursing staff, communicate changes to appropriate staff, and record changes. Assists with the staffing process for nursing issues. Assists with reviewing all the staffing schedule and informing managers of potential overtime issues then assists managers in making necessary changes as directed by the Registered Nurse.

What do our current nursing leaders value at Alabama Clinical Schools & UHS?

That despite our large company design, each facility is run independently, and so our nurse executives have the autonomy to manage their teams with clinical and educational support from corporate. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer nurse leaders that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. That we have an active Nursing Council based on shared governance and evidence-based practice. That we offer internal leadership and clinical education, including a generous annual tuition assistance and continuing education allowance designed to keep you at the top of your practice. That we offer and support real career advancement opportunity, including our COO-in-Training program and a variety of regional and national corporate roles designed to support the field and share advanced experience.

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.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.

One (1) year psychiatric experience preferred, but not required.

Current status as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alabama.

Current CPR Certification required.

Must have a successfull background, drug screening, and ABI/FBI fingerprints.