Benefits offered:
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Medical Benefits
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Preferred Provider Option
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Health Savings Account
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Dental Benefits
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Vision Benefits
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Flexible Spending Account
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Pet Insurance
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Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid
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Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D
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Short Term Disability - Company Paid
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Long Term Disability
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401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%
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Retirement and Financial Planning Services
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Shift differential incentives
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Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
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We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education
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Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities
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Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)
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Sick Leave for part-time staff
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(11) Paid Holidays
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Commuter Mileage Incentive
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Cell phone reimbursement
- Clinical Supervision
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Wellness Program reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned)
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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients receiving inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services.
- Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, physician, or other licensed provider, the LPN assists in the assessment, treatment, monitoring, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
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Provide direct nursing care to patients within the scope of Idaho LPN licensure and hospital policy.
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Perform nursing assessments, collect patient health information, obtain vital signs, monitor weight, and document patient observations and responses to treatment.
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Monitor patients for changes in physical, emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric status and promptly report concerns to the appropriate licensed provider.
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Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including completion of required nursing documentation.
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Conduct health screenings and assist in identifying patient needs requiring further evaluation or medical intervention.
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Perform AIMS assessments and other clinical screenings as trained and assigned.
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Administer medications, including oral, injectable, and other prescribed treatments, in accordance with provider orders, hospital policies, and applicable regulations.
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Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, side effects, and medication compliance.
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Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and electronic health record.
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Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, wellness, and recovery.
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Communicate medication-related concerns, abnormal findings, and patient responses to the prescribing provider and nursing leadership.
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Coordinate with pharmacies, medical providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and accurate medication management.
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Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and contribute nursing observations and recommendations regarding patient care and treatment planning.
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Assist in the implementation and monitoring of individualized treatment plans.
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Observe and monitor patients for suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, aggression, elopement risk, withdrawal symptoms, and other safety concerns.
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Respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies.
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Utilize approved de-escalation techniques and participate in crisis intervention procedures.
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Complete required clinical, nursing, and regulatory documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
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Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.
- Maintain standards of confidentiality of Lifeways’ clients and records.
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Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeways, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA and HIPAA regulations.
Qualifications
Required
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Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Idaho, and must maintain licensure in good standing
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1 year of nursing experience
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AVADE training and CPR certification within 90 days of hire
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Successful completion of background check
Preferred
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Experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, inpatient, emergency, correctional, or residential treatment settings
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Basic understanding of psychiatric diagnoses, psychotropic medications, substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented treatment
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Experience using electronic health record systems
