LPN - Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Outpatient

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) works in an ambulatory/outpatient Psychiatry and Behavioral Health clinic in Indianapolis. This is a newly added role resulting from clinic expansion. The LPN works with providers, registered nurses, and support staff and may support both Adult Psychiatry and Concierge Clinic services.

The role uses the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate care for individual patients; collaborates with other members of the healthcare team; evaluates patient responses to interventions and progress toward goals; and accepts delegated nursing measures that the LPN is prepared, qualified, and licensed to perform. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

• Graduation from a nationally accredited licensed practical nursing program.
• An active Indiana Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) LPN license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• Successful completion of orientation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, patient-focused approach.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• A team-oriented mindset and willingness to cross-train.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of relevant experience is preferred.
• LPN qualification is described as preferred in the opportunity overview, while the listed role requirements require an active LPN license.

Responsibilities

• Manage patient message pools and follow-up communication.
• Process medication refills.
• Complete prior authorizations.
• Handle critical patient calls and care coordination.
• Review and communicate laboratory results.
• Administer injections.
• Support Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) services.
• Provide backup support for Medical Assistants as needed.
• Use the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for individual patients.
• Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team.
• Evaluate patient responses to interventions and patient status toward goal achievement.
• Accept delegated nursing measures for which the LPN is prepared, qualified, and licensed to perform.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness program for qualifying participants.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
• Healthy Results wellness programs with points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree