Psychiatric LPN: Compassionate Mental Health Care

Wisconsin Counties; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

WRS pension

457 plan

Paid vacation and sick time

10 paid holidays

FSA

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Wellness incentive

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Job summary

Wood County Norwood Health Center in Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services and treatments to chronically mentally ill and developmentally disabled residents under physician orders and established nursing practices. The role reports to the Unit Head Nurse and supports a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, a wage range of $26.53 to $30.02 per hour, and opportunities to participate in quality care initiatives and professional

Qualifications

• Vocational degree in Practical Nursing required.
• Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
• Prior institutional experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, administers, monitors and charts medications; checks vitals and basic procedures.
• Observes residents for changes and assesses crisis situations; informs supervising RN.
• Takes physician orders; communicates changes to nursing/treatment teams.
• Supervises psychiatric technicians and other LPNs; provides emotional support to residents.
• Maintains safety standards and charts nutrition, fluids, and daily activities.
• Attends care conferences and staff meetings.
• Assists in maintaining supplies and medication inventories.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Crisis assessment

Patient care

Team supervision

Education

Vocational degree in Practical Nursing

Job description

Wood County Norwood Health Center in Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services and treatments to chronically mentally ill and developmentally disabled residents under physician orders and established nursing practices. The role reports to the Unit Head Nurse and supports a multidisciplinary team.

The position offers comprehensive benefits, a wage range of $26.53 to $30.02 per hour, and opportunities to participate in quality care initiatives and professional