Licensed Practical Nurse Mental Health/Psych, The Bradley Center

Kindred Healthcare•Columbus, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bradley Center has been providing psychiatric and mental health services to our community for over 70 years, and we take pride in being a patient-focused community-based facility. We provide training in behavioral and mental health care, addiction care, and the opportunity to advance in your career by promoting growth from within. Offering excellent benefit packages, some of the most competitive pay in the area, excellent retirement packages, and more! Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. We are actively hiring Licensed Practical Nurses to join our team at the Bradley Center, with opportunities available across multiple departments and shifts—including Day shift, Night shift, PRN, and full-time roles.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
BLS Certification required.
Must read, write and speak fluent English.
Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
Basic computer knowledge.
Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
Must have good and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
ACLS may be required in certain care areas
Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Performs other related duties as assigned.