Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN), Behavioral Health

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Behavioral Health
Location: Carthage

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Behavioral Health

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Your experience matters

At Highpoint Health Riverview we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

* Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts

* Competitive paid time off for full-time employees

* Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage

* Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching

* Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness

* Professional development and growth opportunities

Department/Unit Summary

The 10-bed Behavioral Health Unit specializes in caring for patients aged 55 and older with various neurological and behavioral conditions, including dementia, acute mental status changes, and Parkinson's disease. The unit provides medication management and support for situational depression and ideation, while focusing on maintaining the independence of most patients.

Key Responsibilities:

* Makes and documents nursing observations.

* Provides input into development and maintenance of the nursing care plan.

* Implements assigned aspects of nursing care plan.

* Collaborates with RNs and Providers.

* Coordinates patient care, admissions, transfers, and discharges with patient care, service and business office personnel, as requested by RNs.

* Administers medications, treatment and therapies per scope of practice.

* Communicates with patients.

* Provides patient and/or family with instruction and education relevant to their condition, as delegated and supervised by RN.

* Set up, utilizes and/or maintains equipment, supplies and work area Non-Essential Functions

* Assists in the orientation of new employees

* Participates in performance/process improvement activities.

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants should have a current State of Tennessee or Multi-State Licensed Practical Nurse.

Additional requirements include:

* BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be current upon hire

* 1-year experience in Geriatric Nursing, preferably in Behavioral Health is preferred.

About our Health System

Highpoint Health Riverview is a 25-bed hospital located in Carthage, TN and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health Riverview is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health Riverview is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.