LVN/LPT Staff Nurse (On Call) - Behavioral Health 105
Company: Telecare Corporation
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: May 11, 2022
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Job Description:
DescriptionTELECARE CORPORATIONLVN/LPT - CORDILLERAS MHRCFounded
in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company
dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community,
and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to
adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector
entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155
programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And we're
growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to
empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of
recovery.Cordilleras is a licensed 68-bed mental health
rehabilitation center (MHRC) and a licensed 49-bed adult
residential facility (ARF) called The Suites. Cordilleras primarily
serves San Mateo County residents, 18-59, with long histories of
mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric
hospitalization.Employment Status:On CallShift:Varies as
neededDays:Varies as neededSTATEMENT OF PURPOSEWe exist to help
people with mental impairments realize their full potential.
MISSION STATEMENTTelecare will deliver and manage excellent
services and systems of care for persons with serious mental
illness.POSITION OBJECTIVEThe Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed
Psychiatric Technician provides services related to the safe and
appropriate administration of medical treatment (including
medications) as prescribed by the physician.The LVN/LPT provides
documentation to the Treatment Team of response to treatment and
notifies all parties of clinical changes of
condition.QUALIFICATIONSOne (1) year of experience in psychiatric
nursing in a skilled nursing facility or an acute hospital is
preferred.Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse
or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program, and current licensure
by the State of California are also required.A valid CPR
Certificate is also required.Necessary skills include a
demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its
treatment, knowledge of psychotropic medications and knowledge of
the laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health
services in the State of California. Current knowledge of recovery
philosophy and psychiatric rehabilitation strongly preferred.
Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from
Criminal Justice Department.KEY RESULT AREASMISSION, VALUES AND
BELIEFSDemonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and
beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public
and other staff members.QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORKProvides safe,
effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance
with established policies, procedures and standards of
care.Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with
clients.Attends and participates in community meetings and
groups.Monitors the activities and documentation of the MHW's on
the assigned unit.Coordinates and participates in counting
medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each
shift.Coordinates admission of new clients by designating the
admitting MHW. Completes the admission documentation including the
problem list and the I.D. note.Coordinates discharges by ensuring
that discharge orders are written, and that discharge medication
and clothing are given to the client. Completes theappropriate
documentation.Transcribes physician orders accurately and in a
timely manner.Administers medication and treatments to
clients.Receives and presents change of shift report.Monitors the
monthly recap of physician orders, medication record and treatment
records.Reviews all medical and psychological reports. Informs the
physician and nursing administrator of any abnormalities found in
the clients' condition or laboratory reports.Completes the
twenty-four hour Client Report each shift.TEAM MEMBER
PARTICIPATIONParticipates as a team member and provides input via
reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate
questions.Reviews and implements client treatment plans.Actively
participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment
planning meetings.Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault
Response Training (PART) techniques.Keeps the supervisor informed
of client behavior and condition. Notifies the supervisor of those
clients who are clinical management concerns.ASSESSMENTObserves,
records and reports client social, medical and psychiatric
behavior.JUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVEDemonstrates
knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.Promotes and
assists clients in developing self-help skills.RELATIONSHIPS WITH
OTHERSDemonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working
relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers
with concern and promotes group morale.QUALITY
IMPROVEMENTContinually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and
implements improvements.Understands and demonstrates the safety
program in all activities.Protects clients from behavior that could
damage themselves or others.Practices universal precautions at all
times.CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSDemonstrates a knowledge of
Telecare's customers including clients, families and governmental
agencies in all interactions and conduct. Acts in a professional
manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the
community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the
community.PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATIONCompletes and follows
through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected
deadlines.ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITYUnderstands and demonstrates
knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENTAttends all assigned in-service education classes.Role
models excellent professional practice.Always dresses appropriately
and professionally.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSRarely0% to
1%Infrequently2% to 5%Occasionally6% to 33%Frequently34% to
66%Constantly67% to 100%Constant sitting and standing 8 hours per
day.Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching,
turning, and squatting.Occasional pushing up to 50 pounds for 170
feet. (length of hall)Occasional pulling up to 50 pound medication
carts and possible wheel chairs for short distances.Occasional
lifting from floor to overhead, or floor to waist.Occasional
carrying of objects and materials weighing less than 25
pounds.Occasional carrying of clients 80 pounds to 300+ pounds.
Other employees normally assist; however, lift and carry is
normally not aided by mechanical device.Infrequent overhead
reaching 10-25 pounds.Constant small motor and hand skills
necessary to perform writing tasks and other simple grasping
operations.Occasional fine manipulation needed to administer
injections.Occasional power grip and hand twisting required in both
hands for clutching and grasping; to seize or hold firmly.Normal or
corrected near and far vision, in addition to non-inhibiting color
vision. May read constantly for short durations throughout the
day.Constant/Talking/Hearing/Smelling throughout the work day and
must be alert to client condition and environmental
situations.Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or
changed at the discretion of management.EOE AA
M/F/V/DisabilityEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected
Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not
discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or
applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or
disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or
applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation
information of other employees or applicants as a part of their
essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees
or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to
compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response
to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an
investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an
investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the
contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR
60-1.35(c)
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