Licensed Practical Nurse

About the role

Pine Belt Mental Healthcare Resources has an opening for a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to provide services for a short-term crisis management center in Laurel, MS.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and treatments as ordered.
• Charts progress, medication, symptoms, incidents and observations.
• Provides information regarding changes in progress to the Charge Nurse.
• Provides emergency services as needed.
• Manages staff/unit at times the RN is indisposed.
• Affords assistance in leading groups.

Requirements

• Valid MS LPN license.
• Valid driver's license with satisfactory driving record required.
• Behavioral Healthcare Experience.
• Crisis de-escalation skills required.
• Excellent Verbal And Written Skills Required.
• Experience working in a crisis unit preferred.