Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Behavioral Health

Lifepoint Health•Hickory, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Frye Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Behavioral Health unit. This role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, contributing to patient assessments, and implementing care plans. The LPN will administer medications and treatments, communicate with patients and families, and manage necessary equipment and supplies. The position is full-time, with a schedule of three 12-hour shifts from 7p-7a.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Current LPN license in state of NC

Responsibilities

Makes and documents nursing observations.
Provides input into development and maintenance of the nursing care plan.
Implements assigned aspects of nursing care plan.
Collaborates with RNs and Providers.
Coordinates patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges with patient care, service and business office personnel, as requested by RNs.
Administers medications, treatment and therapies per scope of practice.
Communicates with patients.
Provides patient and/or family with instruction and education relevant to their condition, as delegated and supervised by RN.
Set up, utilizes and/or maintains equipment, supplies and work area.
Assists in the orientation of new employees.
Participates in performance/process improvement activities.
Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.