Behavioral Health LPN

Company: BJC HealthCare
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: June 8, 2021

Job Description:

Additional Job Information 40 Hours per Week - Greater St. Louis - Benefits Eligible - Job ID: 1215408 Employment Status: Full-Time More Information: BJC Behavioral Health is a community health center that provides and coordinates behavioral health services for more than 6,000 seriously mentally ill adults and seriously emotionally disturbed children in St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Franois, Iron and Washington counties. As an Administrative Agent of the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) serves as a major point of entry for people eligible for mental health services funded by DMH and is responsible for serving as gatekeeper to the public mental health system. BJC Behavioral Health also administers the BJC Employee Assistance Program ad Behavioral Health Partners, an administrative services organization. Overview Role Purpose Provides direct patient care activities, utilizing the nursing process, under the supervision of the RN. Responsibilities Provides general nursing services to patients under the supervision of a physician. Performs various lab procedures according to set standards. Manages inventory of supplies and medications. Implements treatments and procedures within the scope of practice for the Licensed Practical Nurse. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, provides patient teaching and discharge planning. Participates in professional development and life long learning. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job. Minimum Requirements Degree High School Diploma or GED - Nursing Experience No Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Licensed Practical Nurse Preferred Requirements and Additional Job Information Experience

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