License practical nurse

Job Description:

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Winfield, KS
Department: Recovery Services

Employment Type: Full Time

Shift: Monday – Friday (8:00am – 5:00pm CST)

Job Summary:

Are you a passionate and dedicated mental health professional looking to make a positive impact in the lives of children and adolescents? Do you want to work in a supportive and dynamic environment where you can grow your skills and advance your career? Join our team at Burrell Behavioral Health as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Kansas City, Missouri area!

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for performing various nursing duties under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Their primary role is to provide basic medical care to patients in hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and private homes. Some of the job duties of an LPN include recording and monitoring patients’ vital signs, administering medication and injections, maintaining accurate records of patients’ health information, collecting samples for laboratory testing, performing routine wound care, assisting with personal hygiene and grooming, and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team to develop individualized care plans. Additionally, LPNs may also be responsible for educating patients and families about proper self-care techniques and managing chronic conditions. Overall, the goal of an LPN is to promote optimal health outcomes by delivering quality, evidence-based nursing care while ensuring patient safety, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.

Living in the Kansas City area provides a wonderful blend of Midwestern charm and urban sophistication. Known for its world-class barbecue, jazz heritage, and professional sports teams, Kansas City offers a plethora of activities to entertain and engage residents. With a vibrant arts scene, an extensive park system, excellent school districts, a plethora of family-friendly attractions, and an affordable cost of living, the Kansas City area allows you and your loved ones to enjoy a high quality, balanced, and enjoyable lifestyle.

Position Perks & Benefits:

• Employee benefits package - health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

• Paid time off - 29 days per year including vacation & holiday pay
• Mileage reimbursement - company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Top-notch training - initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive
• Career mobility - advancement opportunities/promoting from within
• Welcoming, warm, supportive - a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care: Providing direct patient care, including assessing patient needs, developing care plans, implementing interventions, evaluating responses, and modifying care plans accordingly.
• Medication Administration: Administering prescribed medications according to established policies and procedures, documenting dosages, routes, and frequency accurately.
• Vital Sign Monitoring: Taking and recording vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration rates, to monitor patients’ health statuses.
• Documentation: Maintaining up-to-date, accurate, and complete documentation on patients’ charts, communicating effectively with other healthcare providers regarding changes in condition, treatment plan modifications, and progress reports.
• Wound Care: Performing routine wound care, cleaning wounds, changing dressings, applying topical treatments, and reporting any signs of infection or complications.
• Specimen Collection: Collecting specimens for laboratory testing, following standard precautions to prevent contamination, labeling specimens correctly, and transporting them safely to the laboratory.
• Collaborative Practice: Working collaboratively with other healthcare providers, such as physicians, registered nurses, social workers, and therapists, to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
• Education: Educating patients and families about disease processes, self-care strategies, medication regimens, and community resources, promoting health literacy and empowerment.
• Safety: Ensuring patient safety by adhering to protocols related to fall prevention, restraints, isolation, and emergency response.
• Professionalism: Upholding ethical principles, legal standards, and regulatory requirements governing nursing practice, engaging in ongoing learning and development opportunities, and demonstrating accountability for actions taken within the scope of practice.

Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of practice.
• Completed graduation from an accredited practical nurse program.

Additional Qualifications:

• A valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassion, empathy, and a genuine desire to help others.

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance use care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

Position Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off: full-time employees receive an attractive time off package to balance your work and personal life

Employee benefits package: full-time employees receive health, dental, vision, retirement, life, & more

Top-notch training: initial, ongoing, comprehensive, and supportive

Career mobility: advancement opportunities/promoting from within

Welcoming, warm, supportive: a work culture & environment that promotes your well-being, values you as human being, and encourages your health and happiness

Brightli is on a Mission:

A mission to improve client care, reduce the financial burden of community mental health centers by sharing resources, a mission to have a larger voice in advocacy to increase access to mental health and substance user care in our communities, and a mission to evolve the behavioral health industry to better meet the needs of our clients.

As a behavioral and community mental health provider, we prioritize fostering a culture of belonging and connection within our workforce. We encourage applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences, as we believe that a rich tapestry of perspectives strengthens our mission. If you are passionate about empowering local communities and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, we invite you to join our mission-driven organization dedicated to cultivating an authentic workplace.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Preferred Family Health Care is a Smoke and Tobacco Free Workplace.