LPN – Inpatient

Rogers Behavioral Health•Brown Deer, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The licensed practical nurse performs basic nursing activities in the care of patients so they may achieve or regain, and then maintain, the maximum possible physical, emotional and social function. Role functions are limited and governed by the Wisconsin Nurse Practice Act, the Wisconsin Administrative Code, Wisconsin Board of Nursing, Standards for Nursing Practice, and the corresponding policies and procedures of Rogers Memorial Hospital. The LPN will be working on either an adult inpatient unit or a child/adolescent inpatient unit. Our inpatient hospital provides treatment for patients in need of around-the-clock support and care, including withdrawal management for those struggling with alcohol and opioid addiction.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse licensed by Wisconsin State Board of Nursing or the State of the Rogers clinical facility.
License must be in ‘good standing’ with the Wisconsin State Board of Nursing or the State they practice.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR certification or American Red Cross Professional Rescue is required within thirty (30) days of date-of-hire.
Annual re-certification is required.
Formal training in management of the aggressive patient within sixty (60) days of date-of-hire.
Annual re-certification is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous psychiatric experience with children, adolescents and adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement patient care.
Assess patients both physically and mentally.
Collaborate with Psychiatrist, Therapist, Dietitians, and other members of our clinical team to develop appropriate plans of care.
Communicate with patients and their families.
Administer medication