TaraVista
Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem (Healthcare)
Responsibilities:
The Licensed Practical Nurse is an active participant in the health care team who provides direct care and support to patients, families, and legal guardians in accordance with the philosophy, objectives, values, mission and core principles of TaraVista Behavioral Health Center. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu grounded in TaraVistas' core principles. The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of the Registered Nurse and works collaboratively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team.
Qualifications:
Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) by the State of Massachusetts required. Previous psychiatric/substance inpatient experience preferred. CPR certification required. Restraint reduction de-escalation/ crisis intervention experience preferred.
Additional qualifications
• Knowledge of Behavior Health and Substance Abuse treatment modalities
• Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries
• Effective oral and written communication
• Sufficient typing and computer skills to facilitate use of Electronic Medical Record
• Crisis management and time management skills
• Flexibility, creativity and ability to manage stressful situations in a calm, organized and professional manner