| Location: | Waukegan, IL (60087) |
|---|---|
| Company: | Lake Behavioral Hospital |
| Salary: | $33-46 per hour |
| Industry: | Healthcare |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| Posted: | 13 days ago |
| Reposted: | 6 days ago |
Lake Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Behavioral Health for a nursing job in Waukegan, Illinois.
Job Description & RequirementsJob Details
Job Location
Lake Behavioral Hospital - Waukegan, IL
Education Level
Graduate Degree
Job Category
Health Care
Description
Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH) is a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness and we are committed to help people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.
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We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Nurse Practitioner. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!
Title: Nurse Practitioner (Medical)
Job Type: Contract
Location: 2615 Washington Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
Position Summary:
The Nurse Practitioner coordinates decision making with the internist, in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of psychiatric patients. The Nurse Practitioner works in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to perform the medical needs clinical assessments and develop treatment plans. The team includes psychiatrists, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, mental health technicians, social workers, therapists and educators. Be able to perform H&P 's and manage follow up medical care on inpatient patients. Have the ability to recognize own limitations and respond to difficult situations. Skillfully work in a self-motivated and independent manner. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with team members as well as clients.
Qualifications
icensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice License
Education: Completion of a Master's Program in Nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience in a medical care facility
Additional Requirements: Comprehensive liability insurance, current CPR certification.
Lake Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits; time off, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and matching 401k.
Equal Opportunity Employer
At Lake Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.
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About Lake Behavioral HospitalWe are a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL and has been providing
mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are
dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral
healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families.
We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental
illness and we are committed to help people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and
experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses and support staff are here
to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.