Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Harrisburg, PA (FT)

Connections Health Solutions • Harrisburg, PA

3d • $32 - $37

About The Position

We’re not just behavioral health people—we’re crisis people. Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery. Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support. Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth. We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission. We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program
• Unrestricted, active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Pennsylvania Board of Nursing or hold a multistate licensure privilege
• 2 years of psychiatric, behavioral health, or relevant experience
• Must be able to perform Safe Clinch patient restraint techniques
• Must pass the following background checks Child Abuse Clearance FBI Criminal Background Check Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• Complete all credentialing requirements within the required time period, including but not limited to obtaining a National Provider Identifier (NPI), Medallion enrollment, Medicare enrollment, and any other necessary credentials as required for the role.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of EHR systems

Responsibilities

• Contribute data for the Nursing Assessment, ongoing re-assessment, and health history under the direct supervision of an RN.
• Collaborate with the RN on the individual’s care plan, reporting pertinent information such as blood glucose levels, CIWA/CINA scores, and breathalyzer results.
• Transcribe Provider orders and administer medications as prescribed.
• Coordinate with individuals to sign medication consent forms.
• Perform chart checks, sign off as a secondary verifier for prescribed medications, and ensure accurate medication reconciliation and storage.
• Draw labs and provide wound care as ordered by Providers.
• Accurately record all medications brought in by individuals.
• Assist Behavioral Health Specialists in managing the milieu and gathering information related to psychopharmacological and physiological needs for both youth and adults.
• Provide education on physical health, psychiatric diagnoses, treatment options, and psychopharmacology to individuals, their families, and others involved in their care.
• Use appropriate verbal interventions to defuse potentially dangerous or out-of-control behaviors in both youth and adult populations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in therapeutic intervention techniques, with a clear understanding of safety-related roles and responsibilities.
• Administer emergency medications as ordered during seclusion/restraint processes.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of psychotropic medications and their applications.
• Perform any other duties as assigned to support the team and individuals in care.

Benefits

• Full-time only: Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for Basic Life, AD&D, Short and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life insurance option for employees and their families
• Health Savings Accounts (with $1,000 to $2,000 employer contribution depending on plan)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (health care and dependent care)
• 401k company match after 6 months (50% of deferrals up to 6% of compensation)
• Generous PTO starting at 160 hours accrued annually and 12 recognized company holidays
• All employees (Pool, Part-time and Full-time): Employee Assistance Program to help with confidential emotional support, work life solutions, financial solutions, legal assistance, or online support
• After 90 days, you are auto enrolled in the 401k Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees