What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Outpatient Psych Nurse (Full Time 32 hrs/wk) position at Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services?
RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center headquartered in Oak Ridge, TN, has an immediate LPN opening for a full-time (32 hrs/wk) Medication Management / Psychiatric LPN. Schedule will be weekdays during business hours.
Ridgeview is a place where staff want to work, a place where staff are valued and appreciated, and a place where staff are proud of the impact they are making toward the improvement of people's lives. At Ridgeview, our real job satisfaction is derived from co-workers, clients, and the realization that we are part of carrying out Ridgeview's mission. One Ridgeview!
HOPE | HEALING | RECOVERY
"Where life's complexities are met with hope"
REQUIREMENTS
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), with appropriate degree and current unrestricted TN LPN license. Experience, especially nurse experience, in a psychiatric nursing setting is helpful.
JOB DUTIES
The LPN nurse position is primarily responsible for nursing care in clinic and community settings, including medication functions, under the direction of the RN.
BENEFITS
Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corp site. Loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers is available. RN loan repayment details can be found at https://bhw.hrsa.gov/funding/apply-loan-repayment/nurse-corps
Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Ridgeview conducts Background Checks, Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check and driving record.