Nurse -LPN, ACT (25665)

Northern Rivers Family of Services•Queensbury, NY

1d•$27 - $27•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will coordinate appropriate medical care, dental care, and mental health services to adult clients enrolled in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program. ACT is a program that provides services through less traditional service delivery methods. This is very much a "meet the client in their community" approach. You will support the RN and the Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner on the ACT team and be responsible for meeting with clients and aiding in their medication administration and additional needs. You will report to the Director of the ACT Program, a Licensed Mental Health Professional and work onsite and in the community. Meet with clients and families within their homes and communities within Saratoga, Warren and Washington counties. Collaborate with the ACT Team during daily team meetings regarding concerns and behaviors. Support all admissions and discharges of clients and their medication needs. Work in collaboration with service providers and pharmacies to support client needs. Other duties as assigned within scope of practice and based on agency needs.

Requirements

LPN Licensed in New York State
CPR Certification required
1 to 2 years of experience
NYS License required as travel is required.

Responsibilities

Review lab and test results, reporting critical values to RN and providers
Medication management including ordering medications and obtaining prior authorizations
Dispense medications; picking up medications, creating medication boxes, overseeing client medication administration
Communicate with Director and ACT team regarding observation in client’s health/behavior
Provide client and family education regarding medications and treatments
Nursing documentation using the electronic health record