Weston, West Virginia
Category: Nursing
Travel
Job ID: 869501
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Est. Pay: $7170 / Week
Posted Date: 11/12/2024
Weston, West Virginia
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Nursing
Contract Duration: 26 Weeks
Travel
Est. Pay: $7170 / Week
Job ID: 869501
Posted Date: 11/12/2024
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The Psychiatric or Mental/Behavioral Health LPN isresponsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process and thedelivery of patient care in the psychiatric unit of a hospital, mentalhealth/behavioral health hospital, or they can be responsible for care incommunity settings.
The LPN must demonstrate the ability to make clinicaljudgments in an effective and efficient manner with the supervision of a RegisteredNurse and in collaboration with the care team.
Shift – DAYS/EVES/NIGHTS | 48 hours (Overtime available) | First two weeks of orientation hours may differ
Notes – 17 to 26 Week contract, Options of extending, Full time position, LPN Psychiatric
Certifications: LPN, BLS
Location: Weston, WV.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for all issues pertaining to the administrationand ordering of medication, blood draws, nursing assessments, and patient care(as applicable per state regulations) Responsible for taking medication orders and transcribing toMAR, administration of medications, ordering medications from the pharmacy,daily count of stock medications and narcotics, and keeping Medication Room upto agency standards (as applicable per state regulations) Takes temperatures, pulse, blood pressure, and weight perprogram guidelines as well as blood draws (as applicable per state regulation)and completing required paperwork Responsible for taking urine samples as needed andcompleting all necessary paperwork and following nursing standards related tothis process Maintains the integrity of the clinical record throughtimely and accurate completion of all required paperwork Documentation required is program-specific and employeeshall submit paperwork to appropriate departments as required Performs other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:
Current LPN license in state of assignment 1 year experience in a psychiatric care setting preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply Now Apply For This Job Via Stay Up To DateSign up to receive job alerts
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Weston, West Virginia
Healthcare
Nursing
Travel
$7170 / Week
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