Psychiatric LPN – Day Shift, Collaborative Care & Autonomy

CMC Phoenix

Phoenix (AZ)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

College Medical Center Phoenix is seeking a dedicated LPN to join our Nursing Department on the AM Day Shift, providing safe, therapeutic patient care under RN supervision in an acute psychiatric inpatient setting.

New grads are welcome to apply; current BLS and CPI required within 30 days of hire. You will observe important patient changes, document responses, and collaborate with RNs and the care team to support healing and safety.

Qualifications

Current LPN licensure is required.
New grads are welcome to apply.
A Level One Fingerprint Card is required.
Current BLS for Healthcare Provider is required.
Minimum 6 months of psychiatric experience required.
CPI Certification within 30 days of hire is required.
Minimum 1 year of experience in an acute psychiatric inpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe, record, and report changes in patients’ conditions promptly and accurately.
Monitor safety within the therapeutic milieu and assist in managing crisis situations, including assaultive patients.
Assist in the admission process, including comprehensive data collection and orienting new patients to the unit and program.
Document relevant patient interactions, collected data, and responses to therapeutic interventions in medical records.
Collaborate closely with RNs and interdisciplinary teams to implement and evaluate individualized care plans.