LPN-NC Fuquay-Varina, NC Nursing Full Time , Day-12hr shift, weekends/OT as needed Req # 39822 An LPN Staff Nurse will, under the supervision of an RN, providing nursing care to clients as outlined in section 2 of the "Practical Nurse law". Must attend 12 hours of Person Centered Thinking training prior to or within 90 days of hire. Graduate of an Accredited School of Practical Nursing and current North Carolina PN License required. One year nursing experience preferred.

• The candidate must pass the criminal record history clearance and a child abuse clearance as well as possess a valid driver's license.

SCM certification, observer status required. SCM Level 1 or 2, strongly preferred. CPR/First Aid certification required. Must be at least 21 years of age. Provide nursing care based on client needs. Assist with the development of plan of care. Observe client behavior and physical status and notify RN and/or Physician of changes in condition. Assist in maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment that respects client's rights. Assist clients with activities of daily living, encouraging independent behavior when appropriate. May supervise Mental Health Technicians during shift. Assist in the performance and/or observation of restraints as necessary when ordered by a licensed professional using the current approved KidsPeace restraint methodology on youth who may weigh in excess of 250 pounds and who are verbally and/or physically threatening or otherwise presenting a threat to themselves or others. Administer medications as per Physician's orders and observe, record, and report evidence of adverse reactions to medications. Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing and Leadership. KidsPeace is the employer of choice in the mental and behavioral healthcare field. As a KidsPeace associate, you can expect the following:

• Competitive compensation structures and the opportunity for associates to gather valuable practical experience and advance careers much more quickly than at other providers.
• Generous paid time off that we actively encourage our associates to use which promotes a work/life balance.
• Tuition assistance and a student loan forgiveness program to ensure that when you work to improve your ability to help our clients, you can rely on KidsPeace to support you.
• Comprehensive benefits package including life and disability insurance as well as pet insurance!
• An organizational culture filled with respect and the comradery of like-minded colleagues who live the mission to Give Hope, Help and Healing to Children, Adults and Those Who Love Them.

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