Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health administers nursing care to patients with varying levels of mental health disorders and developmental disabilities under the supervision of a registered nurse or other medical supervisor. Monitors treatment and administers medication to patients as needed. Being a Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health reports changes in patient's condition to supervisor. Requires graduation from approved LPN educational program. Additionally, Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health typically requires a high school diploma. Requires a state license to practice. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor. Licensed Practical Nurse - Mental Health's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
As a licensed practical nurse/licensed vocational nurse (LPN/LVN), you'll be the connection between exceptional care and real, positive results.
This is your chance to get to know your patients and watch them progress due to your efforts with national post-acute care leader Encompass Health.
Working at Encompass Health means being part of something special: Unlike the typical hospital setting, Encompass Health offers you the unique opportunity to walk alongside patients on their road to recovery from stroke, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, joint replacements, multiple trauma and cardiac/pulmonary conditions.
As you help patients achieve goals and regain independence, you can form significant relationships with them and celebrate the successes they experience along the way.
Our culture of compassion and collaboration is founded on more than just the care we provide our patients; We encourage and empower each employee to keep learning and growing by providing the resources to deliver a better way to care.
At Encompass Health, you'll find something decidedly different and more satisfying:Provide direct care to patients; carry out their plans of care and observe their behavior, vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment.
Help patients work toward goals of being discharged and returning to their lives, families, and communitiesAffordable medical, dental and vision plans provided to meet the needs of full and part-time employees and their families.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities.