LPN/LVN
UHS
Summary
Turning Point is seeking a PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work the night shift in our men's programs. The LPN promotes a therapeutic milieu and provides quality patient care. Collaborate with Clinical Services and other departments to accomplish the treatment goals of Turning Point.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Patient assessments
- Medication administration
- Medication education
- Provide direct patient care
- Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment
- Maintain accurate and complete data and records
- Perform observation rounds
- Communicate therapeutically and age appropriately
- Intervene with suicidal gestures, inappropriate behaviors, elopements, etc., using proper CPI technique
- Therapeutically communicate with patients
- Assists in developing appropriate boundaries and helps to develop social skills
- Direct/redirect behaviors, demonstrating appropriate behavioral consequences
- Respond appropriately to impulsivity issues as they relate to age specific criteria
- Recognize and communicate the physical and psychological status of the patients under their care
This position's days and hours will vary based on a rotational schedule. This position qualifies for shift differential pay. Night shifts are from 5:30pm - 6:00am.
Qualifications
- One (1) year experience with psychiatric, trauma, or substance abuse patients, preferred.
- Licensed in good standing by the State of Georgia – LPN required
- CPR certification required (training provided)
- Crisis Prevention (CPI) required (training provided)
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
Requirements
- Licensed in good standing by the State of Georgia – LPN required
- CPR certification required (training provided)
- Crisis Prevention (CPI) required (training provided)
- Ability to work independently and communicate effectively
- One (1) year experience with psychiatric, trauma, or substance abuse patients, preferred
Benefits
- Shift differential pay
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.