LVN/LPT Staff Nurse Full-Time PM - Behavioral Health 105

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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTELECARE CORPORATION\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLVN/LPT \u0026ndash; CORDILLERAS MHRC\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eFounded 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\u0027re growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCordilleras 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.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmployment Status:\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp; Full-Time .8\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShift\u003c/strong\u003e:\u0026nbsp; PM\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays\u003c/strong\u003e:\u0026nbsp; Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTATEMENT OF PURPOSE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eWe exist to help people with mental impairments realize their full potential.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMISSION STATEMENT\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eTelecare will deliver and manage excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness.\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePOSITION OBJECTIVE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u0026nbsp; The LVN/LPT provides documentation to the Treatment Team of response to treatment and notifies all parties of clinical changes of condition.\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQUALIFICATIONS\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eOne (1) year of experience in psychiatric nursing in a skilled nursing facility or an acute hospital is preferred.\u0026nbsp; Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program, and current licensure by the State of California are also required.\u0026nbsp; A valid CPR Certificate is also required.\u0026nbsp; 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.\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKEY RESULT AREAS\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eMISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFS\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eQUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eProvides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eEstablishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAttends and participates in community meetings and groups.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eMonitors the activities and documentation of the MHW\u0026rsquo;s on the assigned unit.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eCoordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shift.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eCoordinates admission of new clients by designating the admitting MHW. Completes the admission documentation including the problem list and the I.D. note.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eCoordinates discharges by ensuring that discharge orders are written, and that discharge medication and clothing are given to the client. Completes the\u0026nbsp; appropriate documentation.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eTranscribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAdministers medication and treatments to clients.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eReceives and presents change of shift report.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eMonitors the monthly recap of physician orders, medication record and treatment records.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eReviews all medical and psychological reports. Informs the physician and nursing administrator of any abnormalities found in the clients\u0026rsquo; condition or laboratory reports.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eCompletes the twenty-four hour Client Report each shift.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eTEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATION\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eParticipates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eReviews and implements client treatment plans.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eActively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) techniques.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eKeeps the supervisor informed of client behavior and condition. Notifies the supervisor of those clients who are clinical management concerns.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eASSESSMENT\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eObserves, records and reports client social, medical and psychiatric behavior.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eJUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVE\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003ePromotes and assists clients in developing self‑help skills.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eRELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co‑workers with concern and promotes group morale.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eQUALITY IMPROVEMENT\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eContinually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eUnderstands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eProtects clients from behavior that could damage themselves or others.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003ePractices universal precautions at all times.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eCUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eDemonstrates a knowledge of Telecare\u0026rsquo;s customers including clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003ePLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eCompletes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eUnderstands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003ePROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eAttends all assigned in‑service education classes.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eRole models excellent professional practice.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eAlways dresses appropriately and professionally.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003ePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eRarely\u0026nbsp; 0% to 1%\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eInfrequently\u0026nbsp; 2% to 5%\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eOccasionally\u0026nbsp; 6% to 33%\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eFrequently\u0026nbsp; 34% to 66%\u003c/p\u003e
\u003cp\u003eConstantly\u0026nbsp; 67% to 100%\u003c/p\u003e
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\u003cli\u003eConstant sitting and standing 8 hours per day.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional to frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, turning, and squatting.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional pushing up to 50 pounds for 170 feet. (length of hall)\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional pulling up to 50 pound medication carts and possible wheel chairs for short distances.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional lifting from floor to overhead, or floor to waist.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional carrying of objects and materials weighing less than 25 pounds.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional carrying of clients 80 pounds to 300 pounds. Other employees normally assist; however, lift and carry is normally not aided by mechanical device.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eInfrequent overhead reaching 10-25 pounds.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eConstant small motor and hand skills necessary to perform writing tasks and other simple grasping operations.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional fine manipulation needed to administer injections.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eOccasional power grip and hand twisting required in both hands for clutching and grasping; to seize or hold firmly.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eNormal or corrected near and far vision, in addition to non-inhibiting color vision. May read constantly for short durations throughout the day.\u003c/li\u003e
\u003cli\u003eConstant/Talking/Hearing/Smelling throughout the work day and must be alert to client condition and environmental situations.\u003c/li\u003e
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\u003cp\u003eDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.\u003c/p\u003e
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Telecare Corporation
Website : http://www.telecarecorp.com