State of Missouri
Licensed Practical Nurse-FTC-North
State of Missouri, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
Overview
Licensed Practical Nurse – FTC-North, State of Missouri. The St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center-North (FTC-N) is a 75-bed, Medicare Certified (CMS) and Joint Commission Accredited (TJC) forensic psychiatric hospital operated by the Missouri Department of Mental Health. We are currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. Job Duties
Perform practical nursing duties, such as treating pressure sores, skin wounds, tracheal care (oral and nasal suctioning), changing dressings, providing breathing treatments, inserting catheters, and instilling/flushing bladder irrigations. Provide bedside care, including feeding and personal hygiene assistance. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), performs laboratory draws, and observes patients to detect deviations from normal conditions. Provides guidance to direct care staff on administering medications; counsels staff on medication administration as needed. Acts as an assistant to a Registered Nurse or higher-level Licensed Practical Nurse on a unit; reviews work records of direct care staff and provides instructions related to patient care and unit hygiene. Prepares, administers, and charts medications according to physician orders and under supervision of a higher-level LPN or RN; contacts pharmacy regarding prescriptions and reviews filled orders. Prepares nursing assessment summaries; prepares and implements health‑care plans. Instructs patients on how to perform basic personal health care, including rehabilitative and preventative care. Reviews hospital discharge orders and consults with primary doctors as needed. Attends medical appointments with patients. Completes assessments for injuries, falls, neurology checks, and tube feedings. Assists with the patient admission process and participates in nursing care planning. Completes practical nursing duties without detailed instruction; work is reviewed through reports, inspections, and observations. Performs other related work as assigned. Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as an LPN in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact; and one or more years of experience as an LPN in a hospital, institution, or health‑care facility. Excellent Benefits
10 Hours of Accrued Vacation Leave Yearly 10 Hours of Accrued Sick Leave Yearly 13 Paid Holidays Deferred Compensation with Employer Contributions MOSERS Retirement with Vesting after 5 years Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Job Details
Seniority Level: Entry level Employment Type: Full‑time Job Function: Health Care Provider Industry: Government Administration
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Licensed Practical Nurse – FTC-North, State of Missouri. The St. Louis Forensic Treatment Center-North (FTC-N) is a 75-bed, Medicare Certified (CMS) and Joint Commission Accredited (TJC) forensic psychiatric hospital operated by the Missouri Department of Mental Health. We are currently seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our patients. Job Duties
Perform practical nursing duties, such as treating pressure sores, skin wounds, tracheal care (oral and nasal suctioning), changing dressings, providing breathing treatments, inserting catheters, and instilling/flushing bladder irrigations. Provide bedside care, including feeding and personal hygiene assistance. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), performs laboratory draws, and observes patients to detect deviations from normal conditions. Provides guidance to direct care staff on administering medications; counsels staff on medication administration as needed. Acts as an assistant to a Registered Nurse or higher-level Licensed Practical Nurse on a unit; reviews work records of direct care staff and provides instructions related to patient care and unit hygiene. Prepares, administers, and charts medications according to physician orders and under supervision of a higher-level LPN or RN; contacts pharmacy regarding prescriptions and reviews filled orders. Prepares nursing assessment summaries; prepares and implements health‑care plans. Instructs patients on how to perform basic personal health care, including rehabilitative and preventative care. Reviews hospital discharge orders and consults with primary doctors as needed. Attends medical appointments with patients. Completes assessments for injuries, falls, neurology checks, and tube feedings. Assists with the patient admission process and participates in nursing care planning. Completes practical nursing duties without detailed instruction; work is reviewed through reports, inspections, and observations. Performs other related work as assigned. Applicants Must Meet The Following Requirements
Possession of a current license to practice as an LPN in the State of Missouri or in accordance with Missouri's Nurse Licensure Compact; and one or more years of experience as an LPN in a hospital, institution, or health‑care facility. Excellent Benefits
10 Hours of Accrued Vacation Leave Yearly 10 Hours of Accrued Sick Leave Yearly 13 Paid Holidays Deferred Compensation with Employer Contributions MOSERS Retirement with Vesting after 5 years Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Job Details
Seniority Level: Entry level Employment Type: Full‑time Job Function: Health Care Provider Industry: Government Administration
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