Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), CrisisCare Center -PRN

Family & Children's Services Career Center • Tulsa, OK

3d • $35

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the CrisisCare Center is responsible for providing medical psychiatric assistance to adult consumers with mental illness or co-occurring disorders. Responsible for activities related to workflow processes. Must maintain confidentiality of materials processed and demonstrate knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions. Minimize the disabling effects of mental illness and substance abuse disorder and empower consumers to manage their health, prevent diseases and improve overall wellness by implementing health strategies. Incorporate disease management models that address behavioral disorders.

Requirements

• Requires completion of Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) Program
• Current certification as an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Oklahoma.
• Requires knowledge of professional LPN practice care techniques and medical procedures, medical supplies, sanitation and personal hygiene; and of nutrition.
• Skills in planning, organizing, and applying nursing care techniques working with clients with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• Able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Skills in exercising judgment, initiative self-control, patience in following detailed and or written instructions; and in maintaining a sympathetic and harmonious relationship with consumers with mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
• Must be able to lift and/or maneuver a minimum of 50 pounds.
• This position requires frequent repetitive motions to include but not limited to: bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, reaching, pulling and pushing.
• Must be able to stand and/or walk for a minimum of 8 hours at a time during each shift.
• This job is classified as a “safety-sensitive” position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act.
• Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however all employees are subject to the Family & Children’s Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with clients with mental illness and or substance abuse is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Providing medical psychiatric assistance to adult consumers with mental illness or co-occurring disorders.
• Responsible for activities related to workflow processes.
• Maintain confidentiality of materials processed
• Demonstrate knowledge of co-occurring disorders and appropriate interventions.
• Minimize the disabling effects of mental illness and substance abuse disorder
• Empower consumers to manage their health, prevent diseases and improve overall wellness by implementing health strategies.
• Incorporate disease management models that address behavioral disorders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees