LPN - Behavioral Health

As an LPN - Behavioral Health at Saint Michael's Medical Center, your primary responsibilities include providing direct and indirect patient care, keeping a close watch on the psychosocial and physical needs of your patients, and ensuring effective communication with patients and their families. You will work collaboratively with registered nurses to implement care plans while utilizing your technical skills to support our patients' diverse needs.

To apply for the LPN - Behavioral Health position at Saint Michael's Medical Center, you need a current and valid state license as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician. Additionally, you must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate upon hire and maintain its validity throughout your employment.

Yes, at Saint Michael's Medical Center, we offer a $5,000 bonus for full-time LPN - Behavioral Health positions. This is part of our broader commitment to attracting and retaining talented healthcare professionals who are dedicated to compassionate patient care.

Saint Michael's Medical Center is dedicated to the professional growth of its staff, including LPNs - Behavioral Health. We provide ongoing training opportunities, mentorship, and access to a network of highly qualified physicians and allied health professionals, allowing you to expand your skills and knowledge base while contributing to innovative treatments.

The working environment at Saint Michael's Medical Center is collaborative and compassionate. LPNs - Behavioral Health play a vital role in a supportive team, leveraging state-of-the-art technology and working in a facility with a strong focus on quality care and community impact. You will feel empowered to make a difference every day.

In your response, highlight specific examples of your past experiences in providing care to patients with behavioral health needs, emphasizing your communication skills, compassion, and any techniques you've employed to ensure patient comfort and safety.

Discuss specific strategies you have used to remain calm in high-pressure situations, such as implementing crisis intervention techniques, effective communication, and seeking support from colleagues to ensure patient safety and wellbeing.

Share techniques that have worked well for you in the past, such as active listening, validation, de-escalation strategies, and how you tailor your nursing care to address the individual needs of each patient.

Demonstrate your commitment to professional development by mentioning resources you rely on, such as continuing education programs, workshops, and staying updated with the latest research in the behavioral health field.

Talk about your approach to engaging with families by providing updates on the patient’s care, addressing their concerns, and using clear and empathetic language to enhance understanding and trust.

Prepare an anecdote that illustrates how you recognized a patient's needs or rights and took steps to advocate for them, showing your commitment to patient-centered care.

Discuss your organizational skills and strategies you utilize to prioritize tasks, such as utilizing checklists, effective time management skills, and collaborating with team members to ensure all patient needs are promptly addressed.

Reflect on challenges such as high patient acuity, resource limitations, and the need for ongoing education in best practices, while emphasizing your readiness to tackle these challenges with professionalism and care.

Share your strategies for self-care post-work, emphasizing techniques such as debriefing with colleagues, engaging in hobbies, or practicing mindfulness to recharge and maintain your mental well-being.

Articulate attributes such as empathy, patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure, highlighting how these qualities enhance your effectiveness in the role of an LPN - Behavioral Health.