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Weekday LPN or MA (NO nights/weekends) Adult Outpatient Medication Clinic- 8:30a-5pTMC Truman Medical CentersJob LocationUH Behavioral HealthKansas City, MissouriIf you want to work where the action is, University Health (UH) is the place for you. Known as "Kansas City's Essential Hospital," UH is the safety net healthcare system for Jackson County/Kansas City. We are an academic medical center, serving as the primary teaching institution for the UMKC Schools of Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, and Pharmacy.A 547-bed, not-for-profit health system, UH delivers the highest-quality medical care for our patients, with compassion, empathy, and unparalleled dedication to service. During the 2020 pandemic, we also stepped forward as a regional leader in COVID care and testing. UH is comprised of three campuses:
UH Truman Medical Center is located in the Health Sciences District of downtown Kansas City, Missouri.The Health Sciences District represents a robust academic community, leading the forefront of biomedical research and cutting edge technology. Partnered with UMKC and Children's Mercy Hospital. University Health serves as the cornerstone in educating the next generation of healthcare practitioners. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, we're a leader in Emergency Medicine and Critical Care, with world-class expertise in chronic disease management and women's services, including high-risk maternity care. The Health Sciences District is also home to the University Health 1 and 2 buildings. UH 1 is UH's beautiful specialty outpatient clinics and day-surgery center and UH 2 is the location for all of our primary care and women's care clinics.
UH Lakewood Medical Center is located between Kansas City and Lee's Summit, Missouri, offering residents of Eastern Jackson County access to a modern community hospital with a continuum of outpatient services designed to meet the needs of families. UH Lakewood specializes in high-risk maternal and child care, and serves as one of the few Kansas City metro area institutions accredited by The Joint Commission in Orthopedics and Palliative Care.It also is home to a 188-bed, fully accredited long-term care center.
UH Behavioral Health is the KC metro area's largest, most comprehensive provider of mental health services. The Crossroads Building, located in Kansas City's vibrant Crossroads Arts District, is its epicenter, providing a broad list of outpatient services. We also offer psychiatric inpatient care, and we deliver therapeutic services through our community outreach clinics. We are a leader in the Trauma-Informed Care Movement, and provide training, coaching and consulting to outside organizations.
We are thrilled to present an exceptional opportunity for you to become an integral part of our cohesive nursing team. As a member of our team, you will thrive in a fast-paced and immensely gratifying environment, where you'll provide compassionate and kind care to our valued clients.
In this role, you will have the privilege of collaborating with a diverse range of professionals, including psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, social workers, and the entire behavioral health community. This collaboration will offer you a remarkable chance to enhance your skills and broaden your experience.
By joining our team, you will embark on a journey of professional growth, making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients. We value teamwork, empathy, and excellence in patient care, and we eagerly anticipate the unique contributions you will bring to our clinic.
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join a thriving nursing team dedicated to providing exceptional care in the outpatient medication clinic at University Health/Behavioral Health. Apply now and take the first step towards an immensely rewarding career!
Description
The psychiatric licensed practical nurse provides services in behavioral health inpatient under the supervision of a registered nurse. Provides care for patients with acute and chronic illnesses, and administers and monitors treatments under the supervision of a registered nurse based on the patient's diagnosis, reason for entry into the system. Other duties include interdisciplinary team involvement and education and supervision of UAPs. Performs duties within the scope of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and established organizational and regulatory requirements.
Minimum Requirements
1. Licensed Practical Nursing Certificate with a minimum of one year of experience in an inpatient setting.
2. Current state of Missouri license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
3. Current BCLS.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Two years of Inpatient Behavioral Health Experience
2. IV Certification
Truman Medical Centers is committed to being a leader in providing culturally inclusive health care services for patients in ways that are effective, fair, respectful, and culturally competent and in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for employees. We value and celebrate our differences, which include, but are not limited to, race, ethnicity, language, national origin, age, socioeconomic status, literacy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, mobility, abilities, and belief systems.