Licensed Practical Nurse

GENERAL SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Licensed Practical Nurse administers nursing care to patients with varying levels of mental health disorders. Monitors treatment and administers medication to patients as needed. Care also includes assessment, treatment planning, administering medications, monitoring for medication side effects, providing medication/illness education, and providing laboratory services where indicated. The LPN will provide direct nursing care to the clients we support. The nurse will be responsible for carrying out treatment and supportive care as directed by the Clinical Director and their designees, according to program design and best practices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Assess and document individuals' appropriateness for admission, level of functioning, health status, mental status, medical history, medications, medication compliance, and response to treatment.

· Ensure that people who need a higher level or different level of care are referred or placed

· Carry out functions including crisis intervention, medication administration, assessment of vital signs, referral for emergency medical treatment as necessary, observation of individual response to medication and treatment, following of detoxification protocols, nursing assessment, treatment planning, crisis and aftercare planning, submission of authorizations for treatment

· Educate individuals receiving services about mental illness and substance use disorder, participate in the development of treatment plans, crisis plans, and discharge plans.

· Carry out functions including crisis intervention, medication administration, assessment of vital signs, referral for emergency medical treatment as necessary, observation of individual response to medication and treatment, following of detoxification protocols, nursing assessment, treatment planning, crisis and aftercare planning, submission of authorizations for treatment.

· Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency; state and federal training requirements.

· Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as, state and federal statutes and regulations related to specific program areas.

· Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.

· Ensure that physician orders and service definition guidelines for services being provided are followed.

· Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

· Make responsible referral decisions based on diagnosis, the needs, and strengths of the client.

· Provide Gateway with all relevant documentation in a timely manner to complete appropriate billing of services.

· Document nursing activities in the individual's electronic record, and keep all records up-to-date according to established policies/procedures.

· Attend and participate in meetings such as clinical staff meetings, business meetings, and nurses' meetings.

· Keeps mandatory training up-to-date.

· Maintains strictest confidentiality.

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

· Extensive knowledge of psychiatric disorders and substance abuse disorders.

· Experience in detox/substance use services.

· Knowledge of broad range of treatment modalities.

· Skills in diagnostic and statistical techniques.

· Knowledge of personality and /or behavior theory.

· Skills in recording, interviewing, assessing, decision making, and treatment planning.

· Knowledge of psychotropic and medication assisted treatment medications, indications, and contraindications.

· Knowledge and skill in laboratory testing.

· Exhibits supervisory skills.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Knowledge of the principles, procedures, and best practices in Community Mental Health along with an intimate knowledge of Virginia DBHDS regulations and HlPPA requirements.

· Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

· Current CPR Certification and First Aid Certification

· Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, AND EXPERIENCE

· Associate's degree in Nursing is preferred.

· Certificate and/or licensing required.

· Registered nursing license in the state of Virginia.

Pay: From $21.00 per hour

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Portsmouth, VA 23707 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21