The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for direct and indirect patient care. Provides care to psychiatric patients who have acute behavioral disorder and/or exacerbation of chronic psychiatric illness. The License Practical Nurse will utilize the nursing process, documentation, therapeutic behavioral interventions, communication skills, skills listed in the LPN Core Competencies, and collaboration with the RN, physicians, and other team members to meet performance requirements. The License Practical Nurse is responsible for reporting changes inpatient condition to the Director of Nursing. The License Practical Nurse is responsible to report any alleged, suspected, or witnessed abuse or neglect to a direct supervisor immediately.

Education: Degree from an accredited school of nursing. Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Louisiana.

Work experience: Minimum 1 year recent medical surgical or psychiatric clinical experience ...