Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health
UHS
Summary
Valley Hospital – Phoenix, AZ – Now Hiring! We are seeking a Behavioral Health LPN who is looking to join a dynamic team of dedicated and compassionate professionals.
Job description
Job Description
The LPN performs under the direction of a Registered Nurse in providing nursing care to assigned patients, utilizing basic understanding of psychiatric and personality disorders. The LPN accurately collects data needed for the appropriate portion of the integrated assessment. The LPN must have knowledge of psychiatric and medical nursing procedures. Communicates changes in the patient's condition to the RN. We look for nurses who demonstrate competent patient care, good communication and relationship skills; ability to set boundaries, hold confidences, establish and maintain trust; social maturity, emotional stability, self-confidence and assertiveness.
Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing and a valid unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (or issued by another state recognized by the Arizona Board of Nursing as a multi-compact license state).
- One year as a LPN in psychiatric nursing required.
- Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications.
- CPR certification upon hire.
- Successful completion of SAMA including restraint and seclusion policies, within 30 days of employment.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
- Valid unrestricted LPN license issued by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (or multi-compact license state)
- One year as a LPN in psychiatric nursing required
- Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications
- CPR certification upon hire
- Successful completion of SAMA including restraint and seclusion policies within 30 days of employment
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities
- Tuition savings
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.