What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN/LVN (FT Nights) position at University Behavioral Health of Denton?
Serving North Texas and surrounding communities since 2005, University Behavioral Health of Denton (UBH Denton) is a private, 104-bed, free-standing psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and chemical dependency care for adolescents and adults. We offer inpatient, partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient services and are very proud of our specialized Military and Women's programs.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment that puts patient care first while also having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career.
Website: https://www.ubhdenton.com/
Shift: Full Time, Nights, 7p-7:30a with rotating weekends
Position Summary:
The LVN performs under the direction of a Registered Nurse and Chief Nursing Officer in providing nursing care to assigned patients, utilizing basic understanding of psychiatric and personality disorders, administering medications, and other duties in the LVN scope of practice.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Take and record vital signs properly.
- Observe and document changes in patients' appearance, behavior and ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
- Communicate changes in patient’s condition to the provider and unit nurse.
- Report signs and symptoms of infection in patients to the Charge provider and unit nurse.
Benefit Highlights
- Tuition savings with Chamberlain University
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300 locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Pet Insurance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com
Education: Graduate from an accredited professional vocational/practical nursing program.
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