LPN

Horizon Health Behavioral Health Services • Full-time • GRAND FORKS, North Dakota, United States • 1m ago

Responsibilities

Under the supervision and/or direction of the Staff Nurse or Charge Nurse, the psychiatric Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the delivery of nursing care consistent with the treatment plan. Additionally, he/she is responsible for concise documentation for an assigned group of patients.

Restore and promote patient’s health by completing the nursing process
Observe patients and reports/records their medical and physical condition appropriately
Attend to patient personal needs (oral hygiene, toileting, bathing, dressing, etc.) as required
Assist with ambulating and lifting patients as needed
Obtain patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature and respiration
As needed, and using approved methods, assist in safely placing patients in seclusion or restraints; observe suicide/seclusion precautions; including physical requirements for physical holds and safe transport of patients
Assist Medical Director and registered nurses
Administer medications and/or injections as needed
Follow voluntary and involuntary procedure/process
Interpret the nursing and treatment needs of the patient to nonclinical staff assigned to the patient
Insure patient dignity and respect patient values
Establish a compassionate environment by providing emotional and psychological support to patients, families and friends
Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality; and protects operations by keeping patient and program information confidential
Operate within ethical standards
Collaborate with physicians, multidisciplinary team members, and outside health and social agencies. Provide efficient discharge plans and obtain accurate histories at admission Complete all required documentation relevant to patients in a timely, efficient manner. This includes but is not limited to
- Admission paperwork
- Assessments (mental and physical)
- Progress notes
- Interventions
- Evaluations
- Discharge paperwork
Assure quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards, measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and regulatory standards
Maintain continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
Protect patients and employees by adhering to safety standards; infection-control policies and protocols; medication administration and storage procedures; and controlled substance regulations
Use hygienic practices and teach patient hygienic practices
Complete all required staff competencies per program regulations in a timely manner
Renew licenses and certifications in a timely manner
Participate in individual, group, and family psychotherapy and educational seminars as appropriate
Insure operations of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; calling for repairs; and evaluating new equipment and techniques
Provide feedback to supervisor on ongoing basis in regards to concerns, improvements, changes, etc.

Other duties as assigned

Benefit Highlights for full-time positions:

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

Long and Short-term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts; Healthcare Savings Account

Life Insurance

Career development opportunities within the company

Tuition Assistance

Rewarding work environment – Enjoy going to work every day!

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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Qualifications

Education, Certification/Licensure, and/or Experience

Successful completion of state approved training program
License / Certification
State LPN certification/license
CPR certification if required by state
Minimum one year experience preferred with appropriate education

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required

Ability to manage anger, fear, hostility, and violence of others appropriately
Ability to make decisions under pressure
Ability to manage stress appropriately
Proficient in applicable software applications
Excellent interpersonal skills
Above average organizational skills
Proficient in mathematical and analytical skills as they apply to clinical duties
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines

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