Licensed Practical Nurse Position

3 weeks ago

Fordyce, United States Millcreek of Arkansas Full time

Overview:
This document outlines the essential skills, attributes, and qualifications required for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role.

Millcreek of Arkansas is in search of LPNs eager to contribute to a compassionate and dynamic healthcare team in Fordyce, AR.

New Graduates are Welcome to Apply Millcreek Behavioral Health operates as a residential treatment facility, delivering care through a variety of programs designed for children and adolescents facing mental health challenges and intellectual disabilities. Our comprehensive therapeutic approach is supported by a multidisciplinary team, including psychiatrists, case managers, licensed clinical therapists, registered nurses, nutritionists, and recreational therapists.

Employee Benefits:

Current benefits at Millcreek of Arkansas include:
- Competitive hourly wages with shift differentials
- Flexible work schedules
- Comprehensive training programs
- Employee engagement and recognition initiatives

Available Shifts:
- Full-Time
- Night shifts
- Wednesday to Friday (every other Saturday)

PURPOSE STATEMENT:


Deliver nursing care and services adhering to the standards and scope of nursing practice as outlined in the state Nurse Practice Act, along with facility and corporate policies and procedures. Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional demeanor towards all customers, prioritizing patient safety at all times.

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Monitor patient health and provide basic care while utilizing the nursing process within the LPN/LVN scope of practice to achieve care plan objectives.
  • Exemplify customer service expectations and demonstrate urgency regarding patient safety.
  • Collaborate with team members to address patients' physical, biopsychosocial, age, developmental, and cultural needs, and actively work to resolve any customer complaints.
  • Ensure patient comfort by implementing individualized nursing interventions as per the care plan.
  • Apply suitable interventions to facilitate patient recovery and maintain wellness.
  • Engage in discussions about care with patients, addressing their concerns and reporting any changes in status to registered nurses and physicians.
  • Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, visitors, colleagues, and others involved in the patient's care.
  • Safely administer medications in accordance with established policies, procedures, and physician orders.
  • Uphold professional nursing standards in line with facility policies, external governing bodies, performance improvement standards, and psychiatric nursing standards.
  • Ensure thorough and accurate documentation of patient symptoms, responses, and progress.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform additional functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required.
  • One or more years of nursing experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • Current LPN/LVN license as mandated by state regulations.
  • CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification are required (training provided upon hire).
  • First aid certification may be required based on state or facility regulations.
While this job description aims to accurately reflect the requirements of the position, management reserves the right to modify duties as necessary based on changing circumstances.


We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of individual characteristics protected by applicable laws.


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