LPN - Hospital

BEACON BEHAVIORAL SUPPORT SERVICES • Bunkie, LA

29d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at our Behavioral Hospital in Bunkie, you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care to individuals with mental health challenges. Your primary responsibility will be to assist in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians. You will be instrumental in monitoring patients' vital signs, administering medications, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Additionally, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure that each patient receives comprehensive and individualized care. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute to improving the overall well-being and recovery of our patients in a supportive and therapeutic environment. We offer up to a $5,000 retention bonus to FT LPNs for the Day Shift.

Requirements

• Current LPN license in the state of Louisiana.
• Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• CPI certification preferred (on-site training provided)
• strong clinical assessment abilities
• Communication skills
• Organizational skills
• empathy and compassion

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a behavioral health or psychiatric setting.
• Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatment modalities.
• Certification in Mental Health Nursing (if applicable).
• knowledge of mental health disorders

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by the healthcare team.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs and behavioral changes.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans.
• Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.

Benefits

• We offer up to a $5,000 retention bonus to FT LPNs for the Day Shift.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees