What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Option Evenings Nurse LPN position at Compass Health Network?
Job Overview
Compass Health Network is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Weekend Option Evenings position, working from Friday to Sunday evenings. In light of the urgent service needs within the communities we serve, we are pleased to offer a generous sign-on bonus of $3,200.* This role is essential in ensuring the provision of compassionate and quality care in our psychiatric settings.
Key Responsibilities
At Compass Health Network, we are committed to fostering the professional development of our employees through numerous advancement opportunities, licensure supervision, mentorship programs, and tuition reimbursement options, enabling you to enhance your skills and career trajectory.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on a culture that values passion and dedication. As a nonprofit health care organization, we aspire to create an inclusive environment for both our patients and employees, ensuring that everyone can thrive.
Compensation And Benefits
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compass Health Network is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Weekend Option Evenings position, working from Friday to Sunday evenings. In light of the urgent service needs within the communities we serve, we are pleased to offer a generous sign-on bonus of $3,200.* This role is essential in ensuring the provision of compassionate and quality care in our psychiatric settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver direct and indirect patient care while adhering to established standards of Professional Nursing Practice.
- Collaborate effectively as a member of the interdisciplinary team, responsible for the coordination of care and services for clients.
- Provide education to patients and families in collaboration with healthcare team members.
- Demonstrate the ability to offer age-appropriate care to various demographics including preadolescents, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
- Engage in physical intervention techniques when necessary while managing aggressive patients.
- Participate in the hospital's Continuous Quality Improvement Program and serve on assigned committees.
- Commit to ongoing professional development through the completion of 52 hours of continuing education annually.
- Perform other duties as assigned and act as a Preceptor for new employees.
- Demonstrated leadership and teamwork capabilities.
- Strong verbal, written, and nonverbal communication skills.
- Cognitive and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks and respond to high-pressure situations.
- Physical strength and endurance necessary for patient handling and equipment movement.
- High School diploma or GED is required.
- An Associate's degree in nursing is preferred.
- A minimum of one year of psychiatric experience is preferred.
- Valid LPN license in Missouri or GPN, with the requirement to pass the MO NCLEX exam within 90 days of graduation.
At Compass Health Network, we are committed to fostering the professional development of our employees through numerous advancement opportunities, licensure supervision, mentorship programs, and tuition reimbursement options, enabling you to enhance your skills and career trajectory.
Company Culture And Values
We pride ourselves on a culture that values passion and dedication. As a nonprofit health care organization, we aspire to create an inclusive environment for both our patients and employees, ensuring that everyone can thrive.
Compensation And Benefits
- Competitive benefits package.
- Signing bonuses paid in accordance with the bonus policy; exclusions may apply.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Headspace.
- Participation in NHSC Loan Repayment Program.
Employment Type: Full-Time
