What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN- AbbeHealth (Kingston Hill) position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: LPN
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Residential Care-Kingston Hill
- Shift: Full-time, 1st and 2nd shift rotations
- Job ID: 159815
Overview
OSITION SUMMARY
Area of Interest: Behavioral Health - Nursing;
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
Department: Residential Care;
Shift: Rotating weekends, Rotating 1st (7am-3pm) and 2nd (3pm-11pm) shifts, 40 hours per week;
AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.
Kingston Hill Residential Care Facility is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Penn Center RCF provides mental health services to individuals who are working towards recovery and helps them return to living more independently in the community. We are looking for team-oriented nurses to provide care to individuals who are working on mental health recovery.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience aculture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
- Benefits –Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment– We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
- Development– We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
- Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
- Completion of mental and physical health assessments, medication management to include medication administration and patient education.
- Facilitate medical and psychiatric clinics and provide nursing support to primary care provider and mental health prescribers.
- Participate in the development and implementation of individual service plans and documentation of nursing assessments and interventions, including outcomes.
- Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
- Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.
Qualifications
PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Education
Must be a graduate of accredited nursing program and hold a current state nursing license
Qualifications/Experience
Experience with the mental health/behavioral health population preferred but not required. Iowa Driver’s License required.
