Full Time Mental Health Licensed Practical Nurse

LPNApply: Office Based: Columbia, Tennessee: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR-033246Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. JOB DESCRIPTION:****SUMMARY OF POSITION**Functions as staff LPN utilizing the nursing process with performing comprehensive psychiatric /mental health assessments. 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.he Columbia clinic is seeking a team-oriented LPN to join a team of therapists, nurse practitioners, psychiatrists, case managers, and support staff to deliver care that saves lives. Mental health experiences preferred. At least two years' experience in the field as an LPN. This is an office-based job. Hours of Monday through Friday 8-5 and is not telehealth or is not a work from home position.**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.* Provides phone triage and addresses medication issues with consumer when 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. 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.* 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:**Full time**Pay Range:**$0.00--$0.00Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. 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. 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.

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