What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Alpha Rae Personnel, Inc.?
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support to patients in a behavioral health setting under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed healthcare provider. This role is responsible for medication administration, patient monitoring, behavioral observation, treatment support, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment for individuals receiving mental health services.
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- Knowledge of behavioral health nursing practices, pharmacology, patient care procedures, and medical terminology
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality standards, and healthcare compliance requirements
- Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to psychiatric or behavioral emergencies
- Strong observation, documentation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries
- Experience administering medications and monitoring patient responses
- Physical ability to assist, reposition, or restrain patients when necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, substance abuse treatment, or inpatient mental health settings preferred
- Experience working with interdisciplinary treatment teams preferred
- CPI or crisis prevention/intervention training preferred
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Salary : $25 - $28