UnityPoint Health
Licensed Practical Nurse (PRN)
UnityPoint Health, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52245
Overview:
POSITION SUMMARYArea of Interest:
Behavioral Health Nursing;FTE/Hours per pay period:
0.01;Department:
Crisis Services - GuideLink;Shift:
PRN;AbbeHealth Services
- is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.GuideLink Center is a new and innovative facility serving individuals in a mental health or substance use crisis. Abbe Center for Community Mental Health is seeking LPN candidates who desire to be a part of this new collaborative model of service. These candidates will support the 23-hour crisis observation program. This is an opportunity for nurses to be a part of an innovative team of experts working collaboratively to provide care to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis within our communities, who may need short term community-based crisis care.Why UnityPoint Health?Culture
At UnityPoint Health,
you matter . Come for a fulfilling career and experience
a
culture
guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.Benefits
Our competitive
Total Rewards
program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage youre in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment
Were committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.Development
We believe equipping you with support and
development opportunities
is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIs aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organizations commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.Provide whole person, integrated care with primary focus on the treatment of mental health conditions within an outpatient clinic.Work collaboratively with psychiatric providers, reception and scheduling staff, care coordinators, and other team members to ensure client needs are met.Assists with scheduling of referrals to community resources as neededJob tasks include rooming patients, completing health questionnaires (vital signs, medications, mental health symptoms, concurrent physical health or substance use disorders, etc.), processing refill requests, communicating assessment results, lab reports, pharmacy inquiries, and client concerns with psychiatric providers.Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.
Qualifications:PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONSEducationIowa LPN requiredQualifications/ExperienceExperience with persons in recovery from mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred. Must demonstrate creative and solid decision-making skills, compassion, and contribute to a positive office culture. Iowa Drivers License required.
POSITION SUMMARYArea of Interest:
Behavioral Health Nursing;FTE/Hours per pay period:
0.01;Department:
Crisis Services - GuideLink;Shift:
PRN;AbbeHealth Services
- is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.GuideLink Center is a new and innovative facility serving individuals in a mental health or substance use crisis. Abbe Center for Community Mental Health is seeking LPN candidates who desire to be a part of this new collaborative model of service. These candidates will support the 23-hour crisis observation program. This is an opportunity for nurses to be a part of an innovative team of experts working collaboratively to provide care to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis within our communities, who may need short term community-based crisis care.Why UnityPoint Health?Culture
At UnityPoint Health,
you matter . Come for a fulfilling career and experience
a
culture
guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.Benefits
Our competitive
Total Rewards
program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage youre in.Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment
Were committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.Development
We believe equipping you with support and
development opportunities
is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.Community Involvement
Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at
https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIs aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organizations commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.Provide whole person, integrated care with primary focus on the treatment of mental health conditions within an outpatient clinic.Work collaboratively with psychiatric providers, reception and scheduling staff, care coordinators, and other team members to ensure client needs are met.Assists with scheduling of referrals to community resources as neededJob tasks include rooming patients, completing health questionnaires (vital signs, medications, mental health symptoms, concurrent physical health or substance use disorders, etc.), processing refill requests, communicating assessment results, lab reports, pharmacy inquiries, and client concerns with psychiatric providers.Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.
Qualifications:PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONSEducationIowa LPN requiredQualifications/ExperienceExperience with persons in recovery from mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred. Must demonstrate creative and solid decision-making skills, compassion, and contribute to a positive office culture. Iowa Drivers License required.