Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Functions as staff LPN utilizing the nursing process with performing comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments.  Evaluates mental status and refers clients to other treatment providers when necessary.    Assumes primary responsibility and accountability for ones nursing practices as defined in the state specific Code of Nursing Practice, as it pertains to a licensed practical nurse and functions under the supervision of an RN or physician.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments, evaluates mental status and refers to other treatment providers when necessary. 
• Monitors changes in health status, including but not limited to vital signs, weights, nutritional status and disease states.   
• Administers and monitors medications as ordered.  Monitors medication effectiveness, side effects and compliance.  May perform assessments for any side effects/EPS. 
• Provides phone triage and addresses medication issues with consumer when necessary.  Provides proper education and guidance as necessary.  Assists patients with accessing medications including obtaining prior authorizations and accessing prescription assistance programs.
• Provides healthcare education to clients and/or families or staff as assigned.
• Provides CLIA Waived laboratory testing as ordered. Maintains CLIA waived laboratory environment including Quality Control testing and documentation. Monitors received laboratory values and reports abnormal values as required. Phlebotomy may be required.
• Provides employee health services as directed, including annual influenza vaccination clinics and staff TB skin testing.
• Works in collaboration with other members of the treatment team and in collaboration with external health care providers as necessary. Nurses may provide direct physical supervision to Certified Medical Assistants and delegate tasks in accordance with the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and other applicable regulations. 
• Completes clinical documentation within organization’s policy standards.
• Maintains all mandatory trainings up to date.
• May provide assigned residential nursing services as directed. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Must have the ability to work cooperatively with all staff and physicians and function as a valuable member of the treatment team. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level              

Graduation from an accredited nursing program is required. 

Years of Experience       

Minimum of six months to one year experience in psychiatric or equivalent mental health related nursing experience is preferred. 

Certification/Licensure 

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 10%

Sitting – 90%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

Time Type:

Pay Range:

$25.00-$27.00

Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• 403b retirement plan with company match

• Paid time off and ten paid holidays

• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)

• Employee Resource Groups

• Continuing education opportunities

• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.