LPN - Private Practice

Beacon Behavioral Partners · Hattiesburg, MS · 2 wk ago

On-siteHealthcareFull-time

About Us

Beacon Behavioral Partners is a growing network of physician-driven psychiatric practices with over 25 years of management experience within the behavioral health industry. Committed to reducing the barriers and burdens that come with owning private practice, Beacon fully manages administrative responsibilities while allowing practices to maintain clinical autonomy. This approach allows physicians to focus on what they do best – taking care of patients.

Beacon Behavioral Partners now guides practices across 10 states. Partner clinics leverage access to an expansive network of over 400 staff members, including psychiatrists, psychologists, nurse practitioners, mental health therapists, and recreational therapists at the forefront of the industry. Its experienced and forward-thinking physician advisory board provides clinicians with a supportive community for building best practices and sharing insights for an enhanced patient experience.

Responsibilities

Provide basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including taking vital signs, administering medications, preparing patients for exams, collecting specimens, assisting with procedures, educating patients on self-care, and documenting patient information thoroughly
Participate in the planning, coordinating, and documenting of total patient care in conjunction with the multidisciplinary treatment team
Accurately report and record the client’s condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change
Accurately monitor skin assessments with proper documentation and reporting of changes
Complete, maintain, and document accurate and relevant clinical notes
Ensure timely and accurate clinical documentation for all nursing clinical services provided
Participate in education, in-services, and other training and meetings as needed
Facilitate appropriate nursing action(s) in response to administrative directives and a changing healthcare environment
Ensure all MD orders are followed and documented accordingly during the assigned shift
Manage medication administration, monitoring, and proper storage of medication and comply with all medication management policies and procedures

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Mississippi
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a doctor's office as an LPN or Medical Assistant

Physical Demands

This job requires employees to have a full range of physical capabilities, including the ability to handle and lift patients, demonstrate manual and finger dexterity, and maintain good eye-hand coordination. Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods and occasionally lift and carry items up to 40 lbs. Corrected vision and hearing within the normal range are also required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

Benefits