Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Psychiatric Unit

Company: Terre Haute Regional Hospital
Location: Terre Haute
Posted on: October 2, 2021

Job Description:

Description

Terre Haute Regional Hospital (THRH) part of the HCA Healthcare system, is a 278-bed Level III Trauma Center. Regional is the only full-service hospital in the area accredited by The Join Commission and has provided quality care for the local community for 135 years. We offer cardiovascular services, including open-heart and cardiac catheterization; oncology services, which include radiation therapy and outpatient infusion’ labor and delivery, including a neonatal intensive care unit; inpatient mental health unit; and other specialized care areas, including intensive care and inpatient rehabilitation units. 

HCA

• 63rd on Fortune’s 100 List
• One of the largest healthcare systems in the U.S.
• Ranked by Fortune as a Most Admired Company for 3 consecutive years
• Named by Ethisphere as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies 

HCA Rewards

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• 401k, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Time Off, Wellness Resources
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Education Assistance & Student Loan Assistance Program 

We’re seeking a compassionate LPNs to join our close-knit Behavioral Health Team. Our 19-bed Adult In-Patient Acute Behavioral Health Unit admits patients 18 years of age and older, predominantly via the Emergency Department. THRH Behavioral Health uses a multi-disciplinary treatment team consisting of RN, Behavioral Health Techs, Psychologist, Licenses Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Mental Health Counselors and Certified Recreational Therapists. Behavioral Health/Mental Health experience preferred!

What will you be doing?

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse the LPN performs a range of assigned nursing tasks and procedures. 

•  Gives direct patient care based on knowledge of principles and practice of licensed practical nurse.
• Assumes duties of medication nurse capably and with full knowledge of actions and untoward effects of medication being dispensed. 
• Participates in treatment team conferences to assist in planning and revising goals, objectives and interventions appropriate to the age-related and problem-specific needs of each patient 
• Observes, records, and reports to the registered nurse the patient’s symptoms, reactions and progress
• Assists in patient education, rehabilitation, and maintenance of health
• Collaborates with the treatment team to revise goals, objectives and interventions appropriate to the changes in patient status. 
• Assists patients with all activities of daily living including but not limited to the bathing, positioning, range of motion, eliminating and ambulation
• Functions as preceptor for new employees and students

Qualifications

Essential education/licensure, skills and experience:

Current state of Indiana LPN license, graduate of an accredited License Practical Nursing program, BLS certification Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification (CPI) within 6 months of hire and demonstrated proficiency in basic nursing skills including phlebotomy.

Be a part of an organization that invests in you. We are actively reviewing applications and interviewing. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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