LPN I- Every Other Weekend, Night

This is responsible, professional work in the field of nursing in an acute care, outpatient, or ACT team setting.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES :

Function as a support agent to all clients in acute care programs, supervising their day-to-day activities in accordance with the established schedule and procedures of the program.

Assist the psychiatrist and physician in monitoring clients receiving psychotropic medications, ordering supplies and medications as needed, and documenting inventory.

Assist in evaluating the clients' general medical and mental status.

Assist attending physician in performing routine medication checks on acute care units.

Administer intramuscular medications as ordered by the doctor.

Record documentation of medications given on MAR and in Electronic Health Record.

Conduct, document and bill for medication monitoring on consumers receiving psychotropic medication.

Provide individual and group training and education to consumers regarding their psychotropic medications and other health-related concerns

Complete admission paperwork for any admissions during shift in acute care units in Electronic Health Record.

Provide emergency assessment regarding clients' medication and mental status.

Responsible for contacting the doctor when any significant change in client medication is indicated.

Responsible for completing all forms and paperwork required by the Agency.

Participate in training activities to increase skills and become more knowledgeable in methods and techniques used in the care of psychiatric clients and in the use and effects of psychotropic drugs.

Supervise the assignment of daily tasks for MH Techs and notify the Program Director of any issues or concerns with the techs during your shift.

Remain on the unit at all times, if working as the sole LPN, and notify supervisor of any late or absent relief for next shift

Perform related work as requested by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS :

Knowledge of principles, techniques, and standards of mental health nursing.

Knowledge of individual and group behavior with emphasis on the problems of the mentally ill.

Knowledge of psychotropic drugs.

Ability to relate warmly to clients.

Ability to recognize in clients any adverse reactions to medication.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Alabama with some experience in nursing, preferably in a psychiatric setting with decision making responsibilities.

Experience working independently with little supervision is desired.

Must maintain a current Red Cross First Aid and CPR certificate.

Must hold a valid Alabama Driver's License and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to Carastar's insurance carrier.

Must maintain at least liability coverage on personal vehicles.