Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time Nights

Northpoint Recovery Holdings • Omaha, NE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides and oversees medical services for a caseload of patients at Northpoint Nebraska, an adult inpatient facility in Omaha, Nebraska. The LPN coordinates medical treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team, supports development and implementation of master treatment and discharge plans, and communicates with support staff, providers, outside agencies, patients, and families about treatment and safety matters. The role works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider and follows established patient-care protocols, standards, and procedures. The LPN is responsible for completing related documentation professionally and on time.

This is a full-time night position scheduled for three 12-hour shifts, 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., on a rotating schedule that includes one weekend every three weeks and alternating holidays. Compensation is $29–$37 per hour, plus shift differential.

Northpoint is a behavioral healthcare provider offering evidence-based treatment for adults with substance use and co-occurring disorders, as well as mental health treatment for adolescents. Its stated mission is to save lives and restore relationships by helping people get their lives back and treating every individual with empathy and respect. Employees who may access protected health information must comply with HIPAA procedures and guidelines. Northpoint is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an at-will employer.

Requirements

• Hold a current, active, unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state where services are rendered.
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Hold current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from a nationally accredited organization.
• Have knowledge of computers and electronic medical records systems.
• Maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout employment.
• Be able to work with a diverse population and have interpersonal skills and knowledge required to treat patients in the assigned specialty area.
• Demonstrate strong personal boundaries and the ability to build rapport with patients.
• Understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the applicable licensure governing board.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of KIPU electronic medical records.
• Excellent organizational abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Patient-service orientation for internal and external customers.
• Creative and persistent problem-solving ability.
• Ability to handle confidential material reliably.
• Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills for handling sensitive situations and confidential information.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Interact routinely with patients, observe their behaviors, and communicate significant observations to the multidisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and participate in patient education.
• Use de-escalation skills when encountering volatile patients to maintain safety for patients and others.
• Provide admission, orientation, education, and discharge planning to patients, families, and others involved in treatment.
• Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team on treatment plans and discharge planning.
• Help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment, and report repair or maintenance needs to appropriate staff.
• Admit and discharge patients.
• Obtain vital signs, monitor symptoms, and document findings in patient records.
• Comply with laws, regulations, and the scope of licensure.
• Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions.
• Document medical assessments, diagnoses, progress notes, roundings, and other treatment-planning items in a timely manner.
• Participate actively in the multidisciplinary treatment team and maintain effective working relationships with employees and peers.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients.
• Oversee and participate in facility quality assurance and compliance activities.
• Provide medical updates to utilization review and managed-care representatives to coordinate reimbursement of treatment services.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Perform other clinically appropriate services and special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Subsidized health insurance coverage for employee, spouse, and dependents.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance equal to one times annual salary, up to $100,000.
• Employer-paid Employee Assistance Program.
• Voluntary dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental life and AD&D, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Pre-tax savings accounts for eligible medical and dependent-care expenses.
• Paid time off plan.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed