Psychiatric LPN – Direct Patient Care & Team Collaboration

Creekside Behavioral Health; Kingsport (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Creekside Behavioral Health in Kingsport, Tennessee, seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, and adherence to unit policies.

Responsibilities include administering medications, observing patient status, and participating in care planning within an acute psychiatric setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved Licensed Practical Nursing Program.
• One or more years' nursing experience within clinical area of service provided by facility preferred.
• Knowledge of and experience with psychotropic medications and medication administration procedures.
• Ability to apply nursing standards and practice within an acute psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and individualized nursing care to an assigned group of patients under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
• Assists in health and psychiatric teaching for patient and family.
• Prepares, administers, controls and records medications in accordance with policy.
• observes and communicates changes to RN in charge and medical staff to ensure patient safety and quality care.

Job description

Creekside Behavioral Health in Kingsport, Tennessee, seeks an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role emphasizes patient safety, collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, and adherence to unit policies.

Responsibilities include administering medications, observing patient status, and participating in care planning within an acute psychiatric setting.