Universal Health Services
LPN / LVN / RN (12 hour shifts)
Universal Health Services, Dyersburg, Tennessee, United States, 38024
Mcdowell Center For Children
Mcdowell Center is a 28-bed residential treatment facility located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, for adolescent males experiencing mental health, behavioral, and/or substance abuse issues. Our staff is made up of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors who offer 24-hour support for our patients. We provide young men with the skills they need to improve their thinking patterns, make healthier choices, and create new futures with improved outlooks and outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Provides leadership and direction to Mental Health Workers. Assist in collection and documentation of a comprehensive database. Administers medication and medical treatment as prescribed by a physician, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner. Provides structure to and assists in maintaining the therapeutic milieu. Directly intervenes and assist the RN in psychiatric and/or medical crisis situations. Involved in activities of daily living in order to encourage positive behaviors and foster self-care. Adheres to all facility level of care and program policy and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge And Abilities: Knowledge of appropriate nursing, diagnosis, and intervention with psychiatric patients. Ability to accurately administer medication and monitor side effects. Knowledge of milieu. Ability to delegate responsibility to Mental Health Workers and monitor their performance. Ability to safely implement special treatment procedures. Skill in developing therapeutic relationships with adults, children, adolescents, and their families. Skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation. Education: Graduate of an accredited school of LPN/RN/LVN nursing. Licensure/Certification: Current Tennessee driver's license or valid state ID. Current Tennessee State Licensed Practical Nurse LPN licensure, LVN licensure or RN licensure. Experience: Experience preferred in field of Mental Health Nursing. Work Hours: Discussion at interview We can offer you (Benefits): Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation & generous paid time off Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Tuition assistance Very generous shift differentials for evenings, nights, weekends, and PRN.
Mcdowell Center is a 28-bed residential treatment facility located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, for adolescent males experiencing mental health, behavioral, and/or substance abuse issues. Our staff is made up of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors who offer 24-hour support for our patients. We provide young men with the skills they need to improve their thinking patterns, make healthier choices, and create new futures with improved outlooks and outcomes. Key Responsibilities
Provides leadership and direction to Mental Health Workers. Assist in collection and documentation of a comprehensive database. Administers medication and medical treatment as prescribed by a physician, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner. Provides structure to and assists in maintaining the therapeutic milieu. Directly intervenes and assist the RN in psychiatric and/or medical crisis situations. Involved in activities of daily living in order to encourage positive behaviors and foster self-care. Adheres to all facility level of care and program policy and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge And Abilities: Knowledge of appropriate nursing, diagnosis, and intervention with psychiatric patients. Ability to accurately administer medication and monitor side effects. Knowledge of milieu. Ability to delegate responsibility to Mental Health Workers and monitor their performance. Ability to safely implement special treatment procedures. Skill in developing therapeutic relationships with adults, children, adolescents, and their families. Skill in preparing and maintaining appropriate medical record documentation. Education: Graduate of an accredited school of LPN/RN/LVN nursing. Licensure/Certification: Current Tennessee driver's license or valid state ID. Current Tennessee State Licensed Practical Nurse LPN licensure, LVN licensure or RN licensure. Experience: Experience preferred in field of Mental Health Nursing. Work Hours: Discussion at interview We can offer you (Benefits): Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive compensation & generous paid time off Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Tuition assistance Very generous shift differentials for evenings, nights, weekends, and PRN.