Position: Admissions Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Schedule: Full Time, Non Exempt Status: Days, 12-Hour Shifts, 7am - 7pm * All positions at Northlake Behavioral Health require the successful completion of a post-offer/pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. Position Summary : This is a position responsible for the admission and delivery of care to incoming patients. Essential Functions: Delivery of quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients with emotional, developmental or psychiatric disorders Serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team; and to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each patient Directs and manages the referral process for admissions into the facility. Works closely with the Director of Admissions, Director of Clinical Services, Medical Director and Director of Nursing to ensure acceptance of patients is in keeping with the admission & exclusionary criteria of the hospital & are appropriate for admission. Gathers required information from referral sources to decide about the appropriateness of the patient for admission; maintains a referral log that identifies all referrals, dates, person making the referral, and outcome. Provides written summary of each patient being admitted that includes identifying information, behaviors, reason for referral or need for treatment & background. Assumes responsibility for generating referral packet and completing all relevant/required paperwork. Conducts initial certification assessments. Conducts managed care pre-certifications and completes all required paperwork to ensure prompt processing of insurance claims. All other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing. Specialty certification also preferred. Licensure/Certification: State of Louisiana LPN license required, American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience in Admissions or intake department preferred; psychiatric experience preferred. ER experience or geriatric care may substitute. Competency: Position and Age-Related HIPAA: Has access to and adds information to the Medical Record. May only access medical record of assigned patients. Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Position: Registered Nurse Status: PRN Schedule: 12-Hour Shifts, Days & Nights Available Position Summary: This is a Registered Nurse position responsible for the delivery of compassionate care for the patients and residents. Delivery of quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients with emotional, developmental or psychiatric disorders; serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each patient ensures Responsibilities: Conducts nursing assessments on patients documenting outcomes of assessments as well as other details as needed Attends to the medical complaints and concerns of patients in a timely and responsive manner. Processes admissions and discharges Oversees all seclusion & restraint episodes obtaining required orders and assessments as needed Ensures accurate completion of incident reports, paperwork, and notification of incidents to the requesting and mandatory reporting team members. Provides health education, including medication information, to patients & their families as needed. Provides notification of incidents, medical concerns, medication changes to families & referral sources. Perform body audits on patients at medication administration times, admissions, discharges, and other needed times. Take vital sign documenting as needed. Chart on the MAR as required as well as completing shift count. Communicates effectively and in a professional manner with all patients, residents, and team members. Attends shift change, reads and updates communication binder, communicates with the medical and clinical team for patient/resident care needs. Ensures communication between staff and nursing department throughout each shift about patient concerns Prepares and meets are requirements for Joint Commission, DHH, and affiliated NBHS companies. Follows NBHS policy and procedures as directed and acknowledged at hire. Is aware and follows National Patient Safety Goals & provides education to staff about these. Follows any special protocols and provides for all necessary of medical care, procedures or treatment for patients. Ensures patients/residents are safe at all times (responding to codes, elopements, and other associated threats. Responds to codes such as but not limited to: Code Green, Code Blue, Dr. Freeman. Complete 24-hours nursing assessments documenting findings per protocol. Nurse’s station duties such as: Orders, flagging files, responding to orders/labs, phones, faxes, company emails, and all other duties required for the position or assigned. Secures necessary consents for treatment & notifies staff, families & agency reps. of all medical procedures, tests & outcomes All other duties required or assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN or BS preferred. Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Louisiana. American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Successful candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. Other: Demonstrates sound leadership skills and utilizes these skills in organizing the activities and schedules for medical and/or non-medical tasks of the unit for a given shift; record of consistently high quality of clinical and interpersonal skills to be an exemplary role model to others. Assertive communication Competency: Position & Age-Related HIPAA: Has access to and adds information to the Medical Record. May only access medical records of assigned patients Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Position: License Practical Nurse (LPN) Status: PRN Schedule: Days, Nights, & Weekends Available Position Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and supports the nursing team in delivery safe, effective, and compassionate behavioral health services. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN is responsible for monitoring patients' physical and mental health status, administering medications and treatments, assisting with daily living activities, and promoting a therapeutic environment. The LPN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure individualized care plans are implemented and patient care needs are met while maintaining compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in behavioral health care. Essential Functions Administer medications as ordered by the Medical Staff utilizing established medication administration policy and procedures. Follow all protocols, medical orders, and assist the RN in providing medical care, procedures, and/or treatment for patients. Take vital signs per medication regulations, and report medication variations/errors. Attend beginning of shift change report communicating to all members of the team regarding patient care, medications, updates, training matters, and/or anything else related to patient care. Assist with requisitioning, documenting, completing, and obtaining results for labs, EKGs, or other tests as ordered for the patient by the Medical Staff. Assist in setting up appointments, consultations, and ensuring the patients attend their off-ground appointments, on-site medical clinic appointments, and/or other off-campus trips. Participate in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings & provides input regarding patient response to medication and other observations. Participate in the treatment planning process, initiating plans of care for all medications with which the patient is being treated. Checks treatment plans to update, add, and sign off on interventions as needed. Obtain patient consent on the Medication Informed Consent Form after educating the patient about his/her medications. Perform body audits on patients as directed by unit RN Charge Nurse including but not limited to; time of admission, off-grounds visits, and before discharge ensuring to document the results on the body audit form. Check, clean, and document: emergency carts; controlled drugs; sharps; glucometer logs; and refrigerator temps. Perform Nursing Education Group and document on a Multidisciplinary Group Note in each patient’s record, including those who did not attend. All other duties as assigned including but not limited to: relieving MHTs for lunch and/or break doing the duties they are assigned to regarding patient care and observation; assisting with the milieu as needed and in high acuity situations; Noting and scanning orders, answering phones, completing nursing documents/forms, chart checks and other clerical duties. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing. Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in Psychiatric or Behavioral Health and/or in the medical field preferred. Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Louisiana. American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Successful candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. HIPAA: Has access to and adds information to the Medical Record. May only access medical record of assigned patients. Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
*$3,500 Sign-On Bonus* Position: Registered Nurse Status: Full Time, Non-Exempt Schedule: Night and Day Shifts, 12-Hour Shifts *All positions at Northlake Behavioral Health require the successful completion of a post-offer/pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen. Position Summary: This is a Registered Nurse position responsible for the delivery of compassionate care top our patients and residents. Delivery of quality general and psychiatric nursing care to patients with emotional, developmental or psychiatric disorders; serve actively and constructively as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and to ensure the safety and wellbeing of each patient ensures Responsibilities: Conducts nursing assessments on patients documenting outcomes of assessments as well as other details as needed Attends to the medical complaints and concerns of patients in a timely and responsive manner. Processes admissions and discharges Oversees all seclusion & restraint episodes obtaining required orders and assessments as needed Ensures accurate completion of incident reports, paperwork, and notification of incidents to the requesting and mandatory reporting team members. Provides health education, including medication information, to patients & their families as needed. Provides notification of incidents, medical concerns, medication changes to families & referral sources. Perform body audits on patients at medication administration times, admissions, discharges, and other needed times. Take vital sign documenting as needed. Chart on the MAR as required as well as completing shift count. Communicates effectively and in a professional manner with all patients, residents, and team members. Attends shift change, reads and updates communication binder, communicates with the medical and clinical team for patient/resident care needs. Ensures communication between staff and nursing department throughout each shift about patient concerns Prepares and meets are requirements for Joint Commission, DHH, and affiliated NBHS companies. Follows NBHS policy and procedures as directed and acknowledged at hire. Is aware and follows National Patient Safety Goals & provides education to staff about these. Follows any special protocols and provides for all necessary of medical care, procedures or treatment for patients. Ensures patients/residents are safe at all times (responding to codes, elopements, and other associated threats. Responds to codes such as but not limited to: Code Green, Code Blue, Dr. Freeman. Complete 24-hours nursing assessments documenting findings per protocol. Nurse’s station duties such as: Orders, flagging files, responding to orders/labs, phones, faxes, company emails, and all other duties required for the position or assigned. Secures necessary consents for treatment & notifies staff, families & agency reps. of all medical procedures, tests & outcomes All other duties required or assigned Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; BSN or BS preferred. Experience: One (1) year of supervisor or leadership experience preferred Licensure/Certification: Current Registered Nurse License in the State of Louisiana. American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Successful candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. Other: Demonstrates sound leadership skills and utilizes these skills in organizing the activities and schedules for medical and/or non-medical tasks of the unit for a given shift; record of consistently high quality of clinical and interpersonal skills to be an exemplary role model to others. Assertive communication Competency: Position & Age-Related HIPAA: Has access to and adds information to the Medical Record. May only access medical records of assigned patients Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Position: Admission License Practical Nurse (LPN) Status: Hourly/Non-Exempt Schedule: Full Time, Nights Position Summary: The Behavioral Health Admissions LPN is responsible for managing the admissions and intake process for patients presenting to the facility. This role serves as the first point of clinical contact, conducting triage assessments, gathering necessary referral information, and ensuring patients meet admission criteria. The Admissions LPN ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, including EMTALA, and facilitates a safe, efficient, and supportive experience for patients and their families. The role collaborates closely with the multidisciplinary treatment team, referral sources, and families to support appropriate patient placement and care planning. Essential Functions: · Conduct patient triage and assessments during the admissions process, identifying clinical needs, risk factors, and appropriateness for admission. · Ensure compliance with EMTALA regulations by performing timely medical and psychiatric screenings for all patients presenting for admission. · Identify patients who require emergency evaluation or transfer and initiate appropriate EMTALA protocols. · Document all EMTALA-related assessments, interventions, and communications accurately in the medical record. · Serve actively as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, ensuring the safety and well-being of each patient. · Direct and manage the referral process for patient admissions into the facility. · Collaborate with the Director of Admissions, Director of Clinical Services, Medical Director, and Director of Nursing to ensure patient acceptance aligns with hospital admission and exclusionary criteria. · Gather and review required information from referral sources to determine the appropriateness of patient admissions. Maintain a referral log documenting all referrals, including dates, referral sources, and outcomes. · Prepare written summaries for each patient being admitted, including identifying information, behaviors, reason for referral, and relevant background. · Generate referral packets and complete all relevant and required paperwork for admissions. · Conduct initial certification assessments. · Perform managed care pre-certifications and complete all required documentation to ensure prompt processing of insurance claims. · Conduct ongoing assessments of patient mental and physical status during the admissions process. · Observe and document behavioral changes, risk factors, or acute psychiatric symptoms. · Provide orientation to patients and families regarding hospital policies, treatment expectations, and resources. · Address patient or family questions with professionalism and empathy. · Ensure all admissions and clinical documentation meets regulatory, legal, and organizational standards. · Monitor patient safety during admissions and respond to crises or emergencies as appropriate. · Utilize safety protocols for patients, staff, and visitors. · Serve as a liaison between referral sources, families, and the multidisciplinary team. · Participate in initiatives aimed at improving admissions processes, patient satisfaction, or clinical outcomes. · Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school or college of practical nursing required; specialty certification in behavioral health or psychiatric nursing preferred. Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of recent experience in Admissions or Intake preferred, with behavioral health/psychiatric experience highly desirable; ER experience or geriatric care may be considered as a substitute. Competency: Position and age-related Licensure/Certification: Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Louisiana; American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Successful candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. Competency: Position and age-related HIPAA: Authorized to access and document within the medical record for assigned patients only. Responsible for maintaining patient confidentiality and adhering to all HIPAA regulations. Skills & Competencies: Strong verbal and written communication and active listening skills; ability to explain policies and treatment expectations to patients and families; attention to detail for accurate documentation and insurance paperwork; ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment; sound clinical judgment to triage and escalate patients appropriately; knowledge of HIPAA and EMTALA regulations; ability to collaborate effectively with Directors, Medical Staff, and referral sources. Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Position: License Practical Nurse (LPN) Status: Full Time Schedule: Days, Nights, & Weekends Available Position Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and supports the nursing team in delivery safe, effective, and compassionate behavioral health services. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN is responsible for monitoring patients' physical and mental health status, administering medications and treatments, assisting with daily living activities, and promoting a therapeutic environment. The LPN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure individualized care plans are implemented and patient care needs are met while maintaining compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and best practices in behavioral health care. Essential Functions Administer medications as ordered by the Medical Staff utilizing established medication administration policy and procedures. Follow all protocols, medical orders, and assist the RN in providing medical care, procedures, and/or treatment for patients. Take vital signs per medication regulations, and report medication variations/errors. Attend beginning of shift change report communicating to all members of the team regarding patient care, medications, updates, training matters, and/or anything else related to patient care. Assist with requisitioning, documenting, completing, and obtaining results for labs, EKGs, or other tests as ordered for the patient by the Medical Staff. Assist in setting up appointments, consultations, and ensuring the patients attend their off-ground appointments, on-site medical clinic appointments, and/or other off-campus trips. Participate in weekly interdisciplinary treatment team meetings & provides input regarding patient response to medication and other observations. Participate in the treatment planning process, initiating plans of care for all medications with which the patient is being treated. Checks treatment plans to update, add, and sign off on interventions as needed. Obtain patient consent on the Medication Informed Consent Form after educating the patient about his/her medications. Perform body audits on patients as directed by unit RN Charge Nurse including but not limited to; time of admission, off-grounds visits, and before discharge ensuring to document the results on the body audit form. Check, clean, and document: emergency carts; controlled drugs; sharps; glucometer logs; and refrigerator temps. Perform Nursing Education Group and document on a Multidisciplinary Group Note in each patient’s record, including those who did not attend. All other duties as assigned including but not limited to: relieving MHTs for lunch and/or break doing the duties they are assigned to regarding patient care and observation; assisting with the milieu as needed and in high acuity situations; Noting and scanning orders, answering phones, completing nursing documents/forms, chart checks and other clerical duties. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of an accredited school/college of nursing. Experience: At least one (1) year of experience in Psychiatric or Behavioral Health and/or in the medical field preferred. Licensure/Certification: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Louisiana. American Heart Association BLS (AHA BLS) and Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) certification. Successful candidates who do not have current AHA BLS or CPI certification will be required to attend company-provided classes during the week of orientation. HIPAA: Has access to and adds information to the Medical Record. May only access medical record of assigned patients. Northlake Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for all employment; free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preferences, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.
