LPN

Centerstone•Nashville, TN

13d•$19 - $27

About The Position

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! JOB DESCRIPTION: SUMMARY OF POSITION The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in treatment plan development and provides evaluation and treatment services to patients and their families suffering from opiate use disorder (OUD) and/or co-occurring physical and mental health conditions. Supports the team members in the provision of patient care to include direct patient care, providing healthcare information to patients/families, and following established plan of care. The LPN is responsible for ensuring coordination of care and checking vitals. They must have a positive attitude, follow directions well, communicate clearly and possess the ability to work independently when required. Communicates clearly and appropriately; provides excellent customer service. Adheres to applicable policies and procedures. Regular attendance and punctuality is required.

Requirements

Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
Maintains a working knowledge of mental illness and the disease concept of chemical dependency, Mental Health and Chemical Dependency treatment, Alcoholics Anonymous philosophy, and group dynamics.
Strong understanding of behavioral health diseases as well as alcohol and chemical dependency.
Proficient in Microsoft Office products
Coordination, ability to organize, and plan are critical for this role
Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff and physicians and function as a valuable member of the treatment team.
Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six months to one year experience in psychiatric or equivalent mental health related nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts nursing evaluations and assists in the admission process for new clients.
Obtains vital signs for each patient prior to the prescriber visit.
Obtains urine sample collection, documents and collaborates as needed.
Maintains client charting in accordance with professional standards.
Provides client education regarding diagnosis, medication and health promotion.
Participates in all assigned staff meetings and staff development programs.
Performs venipuncture and other laboratory monitoring functions, as requested.