Psych LPN - State of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN
About the Job
Psych LPN
Date Posted: Nov 1, 2024
Requisition ID: 451174
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46218
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About Neurodiagnostic Institute:
The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness.
Together the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $45,422.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
+ Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients.
+ Make patient care assignments and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
+ Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patients' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge.
+ Direct support staff to coordinate the workflow on the unit and communicate problems to unit supervisors.
+ Administer medications and treatments according to hospital policies and procedures.
+ Develop and implement nursing care plans for acute medical problems.
+ Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.
+ Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records
+ Educate patients and family members regarding medication, procedures and treatment goals and objectives.
+ Respond and intervene in emergency situations and agitated patients.
+ Provide orientation and support to staff to the unit.
+ Responsible for ensuring the proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit.
+ Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:
+ Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
+ License to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
+ Must hold and maintain a CPR certification.
+ Must stay current with behavioral intervention training.
+ Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn other programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to understand and apply of medical and facility terminology.
+ Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.
+ Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
+ Knowledge of and the ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
+ Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility will serve such as: children, adolescents, geriatrics, etc.
+ Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
+ Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
+ Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
+ Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
+ Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
+ Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
+ Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
+ A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
+ 150 hours of paid new parent leave
+ Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
+ Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
+ 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
+ Education Reimbursement Program
+ Group life insurance
+ Referral Bonus program
+ Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
+ Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
+ Free Parking for most positions
+ Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Current Employee? Click here (https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=indianaoff) to apply.
Date Posted: Nov 1, 2024
Requisition ID: 451174
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46218
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
At the State of Indiana, we don’t just talk about diversity and inclusion—we make it our goal to create a welcoming, accessible, and equitable workplace with a workforce that is representative of Indiana's population. As a proud equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About Neurodiagnostic Institute:
The Neurodiagnostic Institute and Advanced Treatment Center (NDI) is located on the Community Hospital East campus in Indianapolis delivering advanced evaluations and treatments for patients with psychiatric illness.
Together the NDI and the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) offer a modern, healing atmosphere for all Hoosiers.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $45,422.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
+ Prioritize and organize the daily care of patients.
+ Make patient care assignments and assist in creating treatment plans in collaboration with other clinical staff.
+ Provide ongoing assessment and documentation of the patients' physical and psychosocial status from admission to discharge.
+ Direct support staff to coordinate the workflow on the unit and communicate problems to unit supervisors.
+ Administer medications and treatments according to hospital policies and procedures.
+ Develop and implement nursing care plans for acute medical problems.
+ Complete medication administration supervision monitors and clinical observation notes for support staff.
+ Complete required documentation of nursing notes, transfer forms, and other records
+ Educate patients and family members regarding medication, procedures and treatment goals and objectives.
+ Respond and intervene in emergency situations and agitated patients.
+ Provide orientation and support to staff to the unit.
+ Responsible for ensuring the proper safety and infection control standards are met for the unit.
+ Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:
+ Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
+ License to practice nursing in the State of Indiana as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
+ Must hold and maintain a CPR certification.
+ Must stay current with behavioral intervention training.
+ Proficiency in computer skills and ability to learn other programs used in maintaining electronic medical records.
+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.
+ Ability to understand and apply of medical and facility terminology.
+ Ability to use MS Office applications and electronic patient records.
+ Ability to serve as a patient advocate.
+ Knowledge of and the ability to interpret nursing and facility policies and procedures.
+ Additional knowledge and/or ability may be required based on the population the facility will serve such as: children, adolescents, geriatrics, etc.
+ Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
+ Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
+ Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
+ Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
+ Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
+ Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
+ Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
+ A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
+ 150 hours of paid new parent leave
+ Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
+ Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
+ 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
+ Education Reimbursement Program
+ Group life insurance
+ Referral Bonus program
+ Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
+ Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
+ Free Parking for most positions
+ Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected] .
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
Current Employee? Click here (https://performancemanager8.successfactors.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=indianaoff) to apply.
Source : State of Indiana
