LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) - FULL - TIME

UHS•Flowood, MS

22h

About The Position

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) OPPORTUNITY – FULL TIME Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dynamic and talented LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE – Full Time. Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120 bed capacity behavioral health facility that provides psychiatric services. We specialize in treatment for adults, children and adolescents. Brentwood Behavioral offers both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services. Located in Flowood, MS, in Rankin County with close proximity to Hinds and Madison Counties, our outpatient services are within driving distance to many surrounding areas. We help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. Our dedicated team of professionals provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our customers in a safe and nurturing environment. Visit our website @ www.Brentwoodjackson.com. WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT BRENTWOOD AND UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. Job Description: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering quality direct patient care to children, adolescent and adult patients hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders. The LPN serves actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care; ensures the safety and well-being of each patient. Supervises the MHT’s as assigned. Further contributes to nursing and the hospital through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and Quality Management efforts. Total Rewards for our Clinical Nurse Educator, RN include: 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 More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

Requirements

Current license to practice nursing in MS (or eligible to receive or renew).
Current CPR or BLS certification.
1-2 years of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting with patients aged 5-65yrs+.
Associate in Nursing.
Current license or permit to practice nursing in the state of MS.
1 year related experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's of Science in Nursing.
Three to five years of related experience in behavioral health setting.

Responsibilities

delivering quality direct patient care to children, adolescent and adult patients hospitalized for treatment of psychiatric or emotional disorders
serves actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team, supporting the organization and program or unit philosophy of care
ensures the safety and well-being of each patient
Supervises the MHT’s as assigned
contributes to nursing and the hospital through support of philosophy and objectives, educational efforts and Quality Management efforts