LPN / LVN - Psych

Cynet Health; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) for psych care. The role offers a Day shift (8x5) from 09:00 AM, providing direct patient care under supervision of RN or physician to support safe, effective treatment in a psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, administering medications, wound care, and promptly reporting any changes in patient condition.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the applicable state.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current BLS certification from an approved provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients according to established care plans.
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Administer medications and treatments within the applicable scope of practice.
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection, and other clinical procedures.
• Observe patients for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to the RN or provider.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Communication

Education

LPN license (state).

Accredited practical nursing program

BLS certification

Job description

LPN / LVN - Psych

Shift: Day - 8x5 - 09AM

Description:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), physician, or other authorized healthcare provider.The LPN assists with patient assessments, administers medications and treatments within the scope of practice, monitors patient conditions, documents care, and supports the healthcare team in providing safe and effective patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to patients according to established care plans.
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs, symptoms, and overall condition.
• Administer medications and treatments within the applicable scope of practice.
• Assist with wound care, dressing changes, specimen collection, and other clinical procedures.
• Observe patients for changes in condition and promptly report concerns to the RN or provider.

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the applicable state.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current BLS certification from an approved provider.