LPN Psychiatric

vTech Solution; Montana; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal provided per shift

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Montana State Hospital provides skilled nursing care, assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations for adult clients in a therapeutic environment.

This role involves supervising patients, delivering care as directed by medical and nursing providers, and using therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Montana or compact license.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Ability to perform patient assessments and document accurately.
• Knowledge of psychopharmacology.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using technology related to patient care information systems.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred.
• Ability to analyze, assemble, and organize information efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessments and document findings appropriately.
• Implement nursing care interventions based on patient needs and provider directives.
• Observe, report, and document patients' physical, emotional, and behavioral status.
• Supervise and account for patients in the facility.
• Maintain and protect patient rights in all interactions.
• Utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques effectively.
• Use nursing instruments and equipment proficiently.
• Collaborate with medical and nursing providers to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintain accurate patient care records and utilize patient care information systems.
• Adhere to facility policies and procedures regarding patient care and safety.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

De-escalation techniques

Verbal communication

Written communication

CPI certification

Education

LPN license MT or compact license

Accredited practical nursing program

Minimum 2 years nursing experience

Tools

Patient care information systems

Job description

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Montana State Hospital provides skilled nursing care, assessments, planning, interventions, and evaluations for adult clients in a therapeutic environment. This role involves supervising patients, delivering care as directed by medical and nursing providers, and using therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques to support individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders. The LPN must document patient status accurately and collaborate effectively within the healthcare team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide patient assessments and document findings appropriately.


• Implement nursing care interventions based on patient needs and provider directives.


• Observe, report, and document patients' physical, emotional, and behavioral status.


• Supervise and account for patients in the facility.


• Maintain and protect patient rights in all interactions.


• Utilize therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques effectively.


• Use nursing instruments and equipment proficiently.


• Collaborate with medical and nursing providers to ensure quality patient care.


• Maintain accurate patient care records and utilize patient care information systems.


• Adhere to facility policies and procedures regarding patient care and safety.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing.


• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Montana or compact license.


• Minimum of 2 years of relevant nursing experience.


• Ability to perform patient assessments and document accurately.


• Knowledge of psychopharmacology.


• Effective verbal and written communication skills.


• Proficiency in using technology related to patient care information systems.


• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification preferred.


• Ability to analyze, assemble, and organize information efficiently.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders.


• At least 1 year of contract nursing experience.


• Experience working with ID patients, adult psychiatric, or autism spectrum patients.

Special Considerations:

• Ability to work in a therapeutic environment with adult psychiatric and behavioral patients.


• Use of therapeutic communication and de-escalation techniques is essential.


• Shift differential may be available.


• One meal provided per shift.


• Flexibility to work at either the Warm Springs (Main campus) or Grasslands (Helena) locations.

Scheduling:

• 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.


• Shift assignments may require flexibility based on facility needs.


• Travel experience of 1-2 years preferred for this role.