Part Time LVN - Sage House 105

TELECARE CORPORATIONLVN/LPT - CORDILLERAS MHRCTelecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.Sage House is a licensed 16-bed mental health rehabilitation center (MHRC) serving San Mateo County residents, 18-59, with long histories of mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric hospitalization. This program is projected to open in August 2024.Shifts Available:Part Time .6; AM 7:00 am - 3:30 pm; Thursday/Friday/SaturdayPart Time .6; PM 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm; Thursday/Friday/SaturdayExpected starting wage range is $33.06 to $35.40 per hour.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 is strongly preferred. Applicant must be fingerprinted and receive clearance from the 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 the appropriate 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 coworkers 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 REQUIREMENTSConstant 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 wheelchairs 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 workday 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/Disability

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