Licensed Practical Nurse - Mountains Behavioral Health - Full Time 72 Hour
About The Position
Under the direction and supervision of an RN, the LPN/GPN utilizes their knowledge of practical nursing, age-specific needs, and the care/treatment of mentally ill persons. Promotes and adheres to the IRMC core values of ICARE (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) and G.R.E.A.T. (greet/respond/explain/ask/thank) customer standards. In this role you will be: Using thorough knowledge of age-specific needs, care of mentally ill persons, Chapter 5100 of the M.H. Procedures Act, CMS and CIHQ standards, voluntary, involuntary, patient rights and confidentiality. Proficient in therapeutic 1:1’s. Leading or co-leading therapeutic groups/activities and providing patient/family teaching. An active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and working collaboratively in the development, implementation, and revision of each patient’s interdisciplinary treatment plan. Observing and evaluating each patient, documenting their observations and evaluations, and providing the RN with relevant clinical information. Utilizing nursing knowledge of medical, surgical, and behavioral health nursing to effectively provide direct patient care, as well as observing and documenting outcomes. Exemplifying the IRMC mission, vision, and values, acting in accordance with IRMC policies and procedures to ensure quality care is provided. Utilizing excellent interpersonal communication skill to effectively communicate with patients, family, and members of the organization. Assisting in providing patient and family education. Working collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Will be required to float to all units, including geropsych, adult, and adolescent.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
- 1 year med-surg experience and/or geriatric/behavioral health experience.
- BLS required or obtained within 1 month of hire.
Responsibilities
- Utilize knowledge of practical nursing, age-specific needs, and the care/treatment of mentally ill persons.
- Promote and adhere to IRMC core values and customer standards.
- Apply knowledge of age-specific needs, care of mentally ill persons, Chapter 5100 of the M.H. Procedures Act, CMS and CIHQ standards, voluntary, involuntary, patient rights and confidentiality.
- Be proficient in therapeutic 1:1’s.
- Lead or co-lead therapeutic groups/activities and provide patient/family teaching.
- Act as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and collaborate in the development, implementation, and revision of each patient’s interdisciplinary treatment plan.
- Observe and evaluate each patient, documenting observations and evaluations, and providing the RN with relevant clinical information.
- Utilize nursing knowledge of medical, surgical, and behavioral health nursing to effectively provide direct patient care, and observe and document outcomes.
- Exemplify IRMC mission, vision, and values, and act in accordance with IRMC policies and procedures to ensure quality care.
- Utilize excellent interpersonal communication skills to effectively communicate with patients, family, and members of the organization.
- Assist in providing patient and family education.
- Work collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
- Float to all units, including geropsych, adult, and adolescent.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
