Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Inpatient Behavioral Health

Job Description:This position is for a License Practical Nurse (LPN), working in the in-patient Behavioral Health Unit at LDS Hospital, located in Salt Lake City, Utah.The LPN, under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care professional, participates in patient care, for our behavioral health patients, at LDS Hospital. This position is full time, and will be an important member of our nursing care team, in providing the best care for our patients.Hours : Full Time - 36 hours/weekDepartment : Behavioral HealthBenefits : Click here (http://https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) for further informationMinimum QualificationsCurrent LPN License in state of practice.

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.and -

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.and -

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.and -

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.and -

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).and -

May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:LDS HospitalWork City:Salt Lake CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:36Equal Opportunity EmployerIntermountain Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.All positions subject to close without notice. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!