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PRN - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Universal Health Services, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29401

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Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health Lpn/Lvn Position

Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health is now seeking to fill PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) positions. The LPN/LVN will provide care for patients with a variety of behavioral health disorders whose ages range from adolescent through geriatric. The LPN/LVN is an integral part of the interdisciplinary treatment team working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The LPN/LVN implements therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team and tracks patient progress towards treatment plan goals. Includes, but is not limited to: Provides direct care to patients on assigned unit Administers and documents prescribed medications and treatments Establishes therapeutic rapport with the patient, provides support and utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques Available Schedules Day: 7:00am to 7:30pm Night: 7:00pm to 7:30am Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited college of nursing Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience preferred, but not required. New Graduates accepted Age-Specific Competencies: Child, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of South Carolina CPR/CPI Certification Required

provided upon hire What do our current nurses value at Palmetto Lowcountry & UHS? A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nurses and nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career through our Charge, Supervisor and Nurse Manager-in-training programs and nursing executive tract. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice. About Our Organization Palmetto Lowcountry Behavioral Health, a subsidiary of UHS, is located on the beautiful Ashley River near Charleston, SC. We lend a helping hand to people struggling with mental health and substance use disorders. At Palmetto Behavioral Health we are looking for exceptional people who share our mission of providing superior quality healthcare services and our culture of Service Excellence: treat everyone as a guest, demonstrate professionalism and excellence, practice teamwork. About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.