RN/LPN - PT or FT

Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time or Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our professional team. This position plays a vital role in providing quality medical support and compassionate care to clients across our organization.

This is a day-shift role with weekday hours, offering full-time and part-time opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.

WHY WORK FOR SOUTHWESTERN?

- AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment!

- 401K Employer Contribution & Match

- Student Loan Assistance Program

- Physical & Financial Wellness Programs

- Generous Paid Time Off plan

- Competitive Total Compensation Program

- Individualized orientation and training program

- We are GROWING!!

WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR?

- Verify patient information by interviewing patient; review and/or record medical history; take vital signs; identify any active complaints.

- Support medical staff by assisting during examinations; dispose of contaminated supplies; administer medication as directed; authorize drug refills as directed; telephone prescriptions to pharmacies.

- Maintain stock of medical supplies.

- Dispense and administer medication.

- Educate patients by providing information and instructions concerning their medication, infectious diseases, wellness and safety, answer questions.

- Monitor patient compliance to medication system and response to medication.

- Screen patients for physical health needs and make referrals as necessary.

- Patient Advocate/Liaison: Serve as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, Community Resource Specialist and other care providers.

- Facilitate referrals to primary care physicians, dentists, and other specialty practices as indicated.

- Provide needed therapeutic interventions and protection for individuals who are in crisis.

- Administer TB tests, interprets results, and makes any related referrals.

- Serves as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, case manager, therapist, and other care providers.

- Provide emergency interventions as directed.

- Travel to other Southwestern offices or in the community may occasionally be required.