Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Full - Time

UHS•Flowood, MS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a provider of quality psychiatric treatment services for adults, children and adolescents. Our outpatient services are a convenient drive to areas in Hinds County, Madison County and Rankin County. We also provide inpatient services for those who need more structured treatment. As a leading provider of behavioral health services, our goal is to help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. Our dedicated team of professionals provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a secure and nurturing environment. Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120-bed acute psychiatric care facility located in Flowood, Mississippi. We are accredited by the Joint Commission of Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and certified by Medicare, Medicaid and TRICARE®. We provide psychiatric treatment for depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia, phobia and more. It is important these issues get treated so individuals are able to lead a healthy and happy life. WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT BRENTWOOD AND UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. Job Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering quality direct patient care to children, adolescent and adult patients hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders. The LPN serves actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care; ensures the safety and well-being of each patient. Supervises the MHT’s as assigned. Further contributes to nursing and the hospital through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and Quality Management efforts.

Requirements

Associate in Nursing.
Current license or permit to practice nursing in the state of MS.
1 year related experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Three to five years of related experience in behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

Delivering quality direct patient care to children, adolescent and adult patients hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders.
Serving actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care.
Ensuring the safety and well-being of each patient.
Supervising the MHT’s as assigned.
Contributing to nursing and the hospital through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and Quality Management efforts.