PRN - Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Perimeter Behavioral of The Ozarks has immediate openings for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those with mental health illness. Responsibilities Provides general nursing care as required. Develops a therapeutic relationship with assigned residents. Distribute medication as prescribed and properly maintain the MARS. Serve as a role model for residents and peers. Establish and maintain professional contact with the resident’s physician and psychotherapist to assist in planning the resident’s care. Model and teach appropriate life skills to the patients. Admit, discharge, and transfer residents based on physician’s orders and sometimes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Intervene appropriately to de-escalate residents as needed, providing quality and excellent nursing care to assigned behavioral health children and adolescents. Qualifications Active Licensed Practical Nurse License in the State of Arkansas or eligible compact license. EEO Statement We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr