What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN position at Turn BHS?
Job Description
The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Wellness Coach provides case management for an assigned group of clients including coordinating and monitoring the activities of the treatment plan. The incumbent will complete and oversee assignments to improve the diet, nutrition, and wellness of the clients.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LPN) RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Assumes an active role in the treatment team, providing appropriate input as needed.
- Completes all charting and documentation in the electronic health records as contractually required and in timely manner as dictated by program requirements.
- Coordinates medication orders and refills with pharmacies.
- Responds promptly to client calls regarding medication issues.
- Conducts comprehensive assessment of psychiatric history and physical health needs as part of the treatment team.
- Provides client education on medications and their side effects.
- Collaborates with Psychiatrist and Registered Nurse to monitor client wellbeing and medication compliance along with medication efficacy and side effects.
- Responds appropriately to medical emergencies.
- Takes and records vital signs.
- Initiates appropriate and timely interventions on an ongoing basis and provides crisis intervention as needed.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LPN) QUALIFICATIONS:
- Vocational Nursing diploma from an accredited program.
- Current licensure as a Vocational Nurse in the State of California.
- At least three years of experience treating psychiatric population.
- Current California license as a vocational nurse.
- Bilingual, Spanish speaking if the position serves Spanish speaking population
- Experience working with psychiatric and dually diagnosed populations preferred.
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office Suite and EHR software.
- Ability to problem solve and react appropriately to emergency situations.
- Ability to work independently and effectively collaborate with a team.
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LPN) OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Since our founding in 1978 as Mental Health Systems, we have grown to become an established behavioral health services provider in prevention, intervention, treatment, and recovery services. We do this by offering innovative services focused on mental health, supportive housing, substance use disorders and assisting those transitioning from the justice system. Our clients are our community, and they include youth, veterans, and people who represent all facets of our society. They share a singular commitment to recovering and thriving.
To better reflect our purpose and mission, we are in the process of formally changing our name to TURN Behavioral Health Services in 2021 (starting out by referring to our organization as Mental Health Systems/TURN). We believe this change better reflects the breadth of all the services we provide and our commitment as a leading 501(c)3 non-profit agency to improve the lives of individuals, families, and communities impacted by behavioral health challenges.
As we phase into our new name, Mental Health Systems/TURN pledges to continue to strengthen our continuum of care and holistic approach to support our clients in improving their health as well as relationships with their family and community. As an industry leader, we never stop seeking innovative solutions, and our diverse workforce and culturally competent programs embody our core values of Integrity, Diversity, Mentorship, and Inclusion. Currently, Mental Health Systems/TURN operates more than 80 community-based programs throughout California for people who either cannot afford privately paid services or for whom appropriate services are not otherwise available.
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