*Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Behavioral Health Unit (FT Days)*** *Schedule:*the full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) predominately works three (3) 12-hour shifts, from 6:45AM – 7:15PM, per week, including rotating weekends and holidays.** *Your experience matters* Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.** *How you’ll contribute* A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who excels in this role:** * As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, provides direct patient care to patients in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. * Prioritizes and organizes delivery of patient care under the supervision and delegation of an RN; accepting a variety of assignments and consulting with other disciplines as appropriate. * Assists in staff development activities. * Orients, instructs and trains others, emphasizing departmental, as well as interdepartmental cooperation and teamwork. * Demonstrates sensitivity to patients’ comfort and privacy and expresses interest in their progress and aids patients and families as needed in times of stress or crisis. * Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. * Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. * May administer medication as directed by the Physician and RN. * Documents patient care given. * Assists RN with development of plan of care. * Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. * Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. * Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. *Why join us* We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:** * Competitive sign-on bonus with a 24-month commitment and relocation reimbursement * Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage — with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period — tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more. * Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. * Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. * Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). * Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.** *What we’re looking for* * *Education:*Graduate of a program in discipline required.** * *Required Skills:*Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.** * *License and Certifications:*Must have Current Nevada LPN License.Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire (non-AHA BLS certification valid only from date of hire for 6 months or up until the date of expiration, not to exceed 6 months). Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire. If the employee holds an instructor certification, the instructor certification is allowed. *More about Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital* Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. *EEOC Statement* Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. **Job:** **Please select a valid job field* **Organization:** **Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital* **Title:** *LPN BHU (Full-time, Days)* **Location:** *Nevada-Elko* **Requisition ID:** *7439-3114*