CCBHC Nurse (LPN)

Metropolitan Family Services • Merrionette Park, IL

10d • $60,000 - $68,000 • Onsite

About The Position

If asked to describe the culture at Metropolitan Family Services, we could do that in one word. COMMUNITY ! Reflected in both our internal culture as well as through the services we provide, community is at the heart of all we do. Metropolitan Family Services (MFS) empowers families to learn, to earn, to heal, to thrive. Part mentor, part motivator, part advocate, since 1857, Metropolitan Family Services has been the engine of change that empowers families to reach their greatest potential and positively impact their communities. Are you looking to have an impact on more than just a company’s bottom line? Then we’d love to hear from you! We are currently looking to fill a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role at our Merrionette Park office.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program, required.
• Current LPN license in the State of Illinois (or ability to obtain), required.
• Current CPR Certification issued by American Heart Association, required.
• Proficiency in documentation and electronic health records
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to handle multiple clinical responsibilities with attention to detail
• Analytical ability necessary to assess a patient’s condition and utilize the nursing process and professional judgment in providing comprehensive care to patients.
• Ability to works effectively with diverse staff and service populations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients, families, physicians, and other health care providers.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Writing skills necessary to accurately document patient’s assessment and progress in the medical record.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet multiple deadlines simultaneously.
•  Satisfactorily pass all relevant screenings and criminal background checks.
• Driving for work required with transportation of clients preferred in a personally owned vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in behavioral health or substance use treatment setting is preferred.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team model
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications via oral, injection, and self-administered methods per protocols
• Conduct rooming procedures and gather vitals (height, weight, blood pressure, glucose) and physical health data.
• Conduct nursing assessments and psychiatric or substance abuse screenings
• Maintains accurate medical records and reports to the physician any pertinent information regarding patient’s condition and care.
• Maintains progress notes and medication logs.
• Provide Psychotropic Medication Training.
• Meet with client to provide education and support on the use of psychotropic medications.
•  Accurately document medication administration, medication training, and clinical observations.
• Monitor and evaluate symptoms of client’s use of psychotropic medications.
• Screen for adverse side effects.
• Explain possible side effects that clients should be aware of and report to physician.
• Perform Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) reviews, medication reconciliation, and other primary care and medication needs
• Assist with client engagement regarding medication questions and refills
• Support documentation of safety planning, interventions, and nursing-led groups
• Assist with lab orders and infectious disease oversight.
• Follow up on lab work and referrals for lab work.
• Serve as a resource for medical and health-related matters under nursing supervision
• Meet with clients to review results of lab work that physician ordered as related to the use of psychotropic medication.
• Explain results and answers questions of client and/or family.
• Strategize with client on ways to improve health and wellness.
• May facilitate family conferences to identify ways in which family members can offer support in insuring doctor appointments are made, kept and prescriptions are filled.
• Maintain medication inventory and sample medications.
• Perform individual and small group sessions with clients on topic areas such as diabetic teaching and education regarding heart disease, obesity, food choices/nutrition, and other health risks as it relates to use of psychotropic medications and associated chronic health conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Metropolitan Family Services contributions of $2,000 to individual, and $4,000 to family, HSA accounts, pro-rated to your benefits start date.
• FREE General Medicine and Behavioral Health Teladoc services provided to all team members.
• Ascensus 401K plan services with a 4% employer match, vested at 100% on day one of eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees