Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN-Hickory Behavioral Network

Direct Report to CNO

Primary Purpose and Function:

The LVN will be responsible for the healthcare of both female and male patients, performing comprehensive physical health assessments on all and formulating a plan of care that includes physician orders, medications, education, and treatments. The LVN must be able to perform all duties independently and use safe practice standards according to the Nurse Practice Act.

• LVN must have completed a nursing degree from and accredited school of Nursing
• At least 2 years prior experience as an LVN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
• Certified BLS provider.
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

• Computer proficiency, including Excel, Word, Publisher, and EMR required
• An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person
• Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with patients and demonstrate sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide patient-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills
• Schedule flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED

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  Must hold valid driver's license with reliable transportation

• Performs initial admission assessments, verifies medications brought into the treatment center, and obtains orders for all patients.
• Maintains all medications in a safe and secure manner as per facility policies and is responsible for maintaining narcotic count
• Timely and complete medical record documentation

• Develops and implements nursing care plan
• Adheres to training and development standards set forth by Hickory, Joint Commission, and State Regulations
• Upholds familiarity with State and Federal laws and regulations

• overnight and weekend shift differentials.

As this is not an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned as required by Patient and Facility needs.