What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN position at Mental Health Association of Rochester?
Summary Of The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Role
- Provide nursing care to patients experiencing common health problems in a psychiatric hospital setting.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, utilizing the nursing process to deliver safe, appropriate, and independent care within scope and regulatory standards.
- Perform assessments, document findings, and communicate effectively with healthcare team members.
- Implement individualized treatment plans, administer medications safely, and conduct bedside procedures such as wound care and lab tests.
- Support patients' emotional well-being, cultural needs, and coping abilities, ensuring age-appropriate and culturally sensitive interventions.
- Guide, educate, and serve as a preceptor to new staff members, and perform related duties as assigned.
- Qualifications include a valid LPN license, high school diploma or GED, and preferred inpatient experience. Skills required include effective communication, critical thinking, organizational ability, and handling high-stress situations. Certifications in CPR and behavioral health de-escalation are necessary.
- Work environment involves high-paced, potentially stressful conditions with exposure to odors and unpredictable patient behavior, primarily indoors.