Description

Licensed Practical / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) | Psych
Location: Erwin, NC
Agency: Adelphi Healthcare
Pay: $29 per hour
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Summary:

• Ref #: DP-LPN-NC-Erwi
  
• Profession: Licensed Practical Nurse
  
• Specialty: Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Nursing
  
• Job Type: Contract/Per Diem
  
• Location: Erwin, NC
  
• Start Date: ASAP
  
• Facility Type: Behavioral Health – Community Mental Health Center
  
• Shift Type: Days, Evenings, Nights
  
• Rate: $29.40/hour
  

• Current LPN license in NC
  
• Previous experience in behavioral health or long-term care preferred
  
• Current BLS certification
  
• Strong observational, organizational, and communication skills
  
• Ability to work independently and adapt in a dynamic care setting
  

• Administer medications or delegate to qualified UAPs (CMA, RMA, med aide, med tech)
  
• Conduct physical health assessments and screenings; obtain samples as needed
  
• Communicate with MD/NP/PA for medical orders
  
• Provide individual, group, and family education on medications and health processes
  
• Document care and support activities in the EHR
  
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and case support
  
• Maintain patient confidentiality and caution staff on potential breaches
  
• Provide crisis intervention consultation to team members
  
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor