Licensed Practical Nurse - Department of Mental Health at NMPRC
3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506
Monthly Base Salary: $5,028.96
Full-Time staff will receive an additional $2/hr for 2 nd and 3 rd shift
Why you'll love this position:
Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center is a 108-bed forensic inpatient psychiatric hospital located in St. Joseph, Missouri. NMPRC's vision is to transform the lives of Missourians with mental illness by providing evidence-based treatment in a safe and healing environment. We are dedicated to empowering Missourians to thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well-being. NMPRC's core values are CARE: Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Excellence.
General summary
This is a licensed practical nurse (LPN) position accountable for administering medication and other prescribed treatments; taking vital signs; assisting with care plan activities; observing and reporting patient conditions and behaviors; and participating in rehabilitation, ambulation, and transfers. LPN's oversee the work of nursing assistants; communicate with doctors, patients, and families; and educate patients on care.