Intake Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
UHS
Summary
The Psychiatric Triage/Intake LPN works closely with other Admissions and Referral Center (ARC) staff, the physicians, and the patient and their families to establish trust and rapport when interviewing a patient's medical history, current medications, current health updates, vitals, and the nursing processes to both adult and adolescents to ensure the patients experiences a seamless transition to the unit.
Job description
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Demonstrates a high level of mental and emotional tolerance sensitivity, diplomacy, sound judgment, and a professional attitude when relating with patients, families and co-workers throughout the admissions process.
- Provides support and concern for the patient to ease anxiety during the intake and admissions process.
- Responsible for documentation of patients' medical history, and findings as part of the assessment and admissions process, continually assesses and reassesses the patient's medical and psychiatric status and changing needs.
- Accompanies the patient to the unit and assists with the transition to the unit.
- Performs duties with frequent interruptions, in close quarters and under time constraints in a professional manner.
- Maintains a current knowledge of the legal aspects of nursing and of the policies, procedures and regulations of the hospital.
- Handle incoming crisis calls, make referrals and complete assessments
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse LPN, licensed in the State of Michigan required.
- Previous psychiatric experience preferred.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Basic Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Student Loan Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Pet Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.