What are the responsibilities and job description for the Care Management LPN position at Shodair Children's Hospital?
Description
About the Role
Shodair Children’s Hospital is seeking a dedicated Care Management Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to coordinate patient admissions, discharges, and transfers across our Acute and Residential units. This role ensures seamless transitions of care, supports patient and family education, and upholds the highest standards of safety and compassion in every interaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Admit and discharge patients entering from community settings and coordinate intrahospital transfers.
- Complete documentation related to admission and discharge assessments and initial treatment plans.
- Assist units with patient arrivals, departures, therapeutic passes, and hospital discharges.
- Provide nursing care as needed, including medication administration, patient monitoring, and crisis response support.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and patient/family education.
- Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support safe, efficient, and therapeutic care.
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies, nursing standards, and the Montana Nurse Practice Act.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a compassionate, adaptable LPN with strong clinical and organizational skills. They communicate effectively across disciplines, stay calm under pressure, and use trauma-informed care to support patients through transitions. A collaborative team player, they balance independence with sound judgment and are passionate about helping children and adolescents heal and grow.
Why Shodair?
At Shodair Children’s Hospital, we are driven by our mission to provide exceptional, compassionate care to Montana’s youth and families. Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth—while making a meaningful difference every day. Shodair offers comprehensive benefits including student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, a 6% employer paid 403b contribution, paid medical insurance, and much more. This position starts at $ $25.43 per hour.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Required: Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
- Licensure: Current LPN license in the State of Montana (or Nurse Licensure Compact state).
- Certifications: CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills (within 3 months of hire).
- Preferred: 1–2 years of experience in psychiatric or pediatric nursing.
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