LPN Private Practice

Beacon Behavioral Partners is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant to join our team that will support The Right Track Group located in Olive, Mississippi.

Who We Are

Beacon Behavioral Partners is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best - taking care of patients.

Beacon Behavioral Partners now guides practices across Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Texas. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Why work for us?

At Beacon Behavioral Partners, the Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant receives a competitive salary. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance; matching contributions to a 401(k) plan; short-term disability insurance; paid holidays; accrued paid time off; and a range of additional valuable benefits.

What does the Licensed Practical Nurse or Medical Assistant do? (including but not limited to)

As a Licensed Practical Nurse , you are responsible for providing basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, educating patients on self-care, and documenting patient information thoroughly; all while maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team and patients. As a Medical Assistant your responsibilities will include the following : Coordinating appointments : Overseeing the scheduling of patient appointments and follow-up visits. Maintaining patient records : Inputting and updating patient data within medical records or electronic health systems.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities (including but not limited to)

• Participates in the planning, coordinating, and documenting of total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team
• Accurately reports and records the client's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
• Accurately monitor skin assessments with proper documentation and reporting of changes
• Completes, maintains, and documents accurate and relevant clinical notes
• Ensures timely and accurate clinical documentation for all nursing clinical services provided
• Participation in education, in-services, and other training and meetings as needed
• Facilitates appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment
• Ensures all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift
• Manages medication administration, monitoring, and proper storage of medication and complies with all medication management policies and procedures

Qualifications

Physical Demands :

This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.