LPN - Psychiatric Unit

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a LPN - Psychiatric Unit for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Night position (1900-0730). The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.36 – $42.36. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

*** Hiring Bonus & Relocation Assistance may be available! ***

Under the supervision of an RN, the LPN provides direct nursing care, within the scope of their license, to patients as directed by the physicians and other healthcare providers. Cooperative decision making is expected in the execution of duties.

Details of the position:

• Implements and evaluates patient care under the supervision of an RN. Participates in the development of a patient-specific care plan.
• Provides direct patient care including administering medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Documents patient care in health record according to department standards.
• Assigns, prioritizes, requests and accepts guidance and assistance from others to assure delivery of care in a safe and timely manner.
• Ensures own professional effectiveness through continued education and professional development.
• Assists in transporting of patients, specimens, supplies and equipment and in the maintenance and stocking of supplies and equipment to assure optimal functioning of the department.
• May triage patient phone calls, counsel patients, provide patient education, take patient histories, administer prescribed medications, change dressings, clean wounds and monitor patient vital signs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

What you bring:

• Accredited State Board of Nursing LPN Program Required.
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Clinical experience as an LPN
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Required Upon Hire: Licensed Practical Nurse - Oregon and
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support
• May be required Standard: ENPC
• May be required Standard: Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• May be required Standard: Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• May be required Standard: Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum
  
  

Department / Location Specific Notes

OREGON:

• LPNs at PeaceHealth working in the state of Oregon will ONLY perform components that align with applicable state regulations within the LPN scope of practice as defined by the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
  
  

SHMC at RiverBend:

• Must have current licensure as an LPN prior to start date.
• LPNs may be able to work in another nursing unit within Sacred Heart Medical Center RiverBend provided they have completed the necessary CareConnect training and unit specific competencies and have been deemed competent by a leader of the unit. Including but not limited to the unit manager, assistant nurse manager or clinical nurse educator they are floating to.
  
  

SHMC – Behavioral Health Unit

• Experience in behavioral health unit or similar work environment preferred.
  
  

For a full description or questions about the position, contact Melissa,

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.