LPN Behavioral Health - Full Time

Description

**A $4,000 SIGN ON BONUS IS AVAILABLE**

Lakewood Health System's Behavioral Health Unit ("Reflections") has a great opportunity for a Full Time LPN.

The Licensed Practical Nurse - Behavioral Health Unit (LPN-BHU) implements care of patients as identified in the patient medical record including administration of medications and day-by-day monitoring of Behavioral Health Staff on duty. They assess the patients' needs and correctly refer to the RN for consultation for those situations beyond their scope of practice.

The LPN-BHU correctly dispenses medications and completes all treatments as ordered, communicates written information concerning patients' needs and cares to all appropriate staff, and observes proper infection control and safety procedures.

This is a full time position, working up to 64-80 hours per pay period on a rotating shift. Flexibility with scheduling is strongly preferred. This position requires rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. No prior experience necessary. We are willing to train the right individual.

We reward our team with a flexible time off plan; health and wellness benefits and more.

*A $600 sign-on bonus (paid throughout the first 18 months of employment) will be paid to external LPN applicants who are hired.

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Lakewood Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer (Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans) and Equal Opportunity Provider. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability and protected veteran status. Lakewood Health System is deeply dedicated to diversity in the workplace

Qualifications

1. Current MN LPN licensure

2. Experience in psychiatric care and geriatric care preferred

3. Excellent customer service skills

4. Ability to work in a team environment