What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse - 230282 position at Medix™?
Medix is looking to hire a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join a well-established rehabilitation and mental health treatment center in Los Angeles, 91732.
Responsibilities:
- Provide medication oversight and training to new employees.
- Assist the intake process periodically with referrals to facilitate decision making and timely admission.
- Work directly and indirectly with clients with severe mental illness.
- Lead weekly group sessions, including on medication management.
- Act as a liaison to the pharmacy and assist in coordinating medical attention, lab work, and medications.
- Take the lead role in collaboration with the directors and doctors to problem-solve medication matters.
- Conduct training sessions for non-medical staff.
- Assist the directors in coordinating psychiatric appointments, including telehealth sessions, and ensure adherence to medication procedures.
- Ensure the doctors have all the necessary data, and provide timely and accurate follow-ups and follow-throughs with orders from the day.
- Administer injections.
- Actively participate in team meetings to help develop comprehensive care plans, including discharge planning.
- Foster effective teamwork and enhance client wellness in a community setting.
- Act as a role model for the team members.
Requirements / Experience:
- LVN in the state of CA
- 1-3 years of experience
- Prior experience with psychiatric patients (highly preferred)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Passion for working in the mental health space
- Long-term career commitment
Schedule:
- Monday- Friday 9:00- 5:30 pm (occasional Saturday)
- On-site
Pay range:
$30-35/hr BOE
Salary : $30 - $35
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