Licensed Practical Nurse

Hickory Recovery•Cambridge, OH

28d•$26 - $32

About The Position

Under the immediate supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for completing nursing treatments, medication administration and education, and documentation. Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing and ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment. Our Mission is to provide high quality, acute care to adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve.

Requirements

A nursing degree from an accredited school of Nursing required
At least 2 years prior experience as an LPN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
Computer proficiency, including EMR
Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Understanding of Substance Use Disorders and Dual Diagnosis
Must maintain a positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients and staff.
Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, and exercise time management skills.
Completion of CPR and HWC prior to working the floor
Schedule flexibility may be required to accommodate patients
Must hold a valid driver’s license with reliable transportation.
Valid LPN completed from an accredited school of Nursing.
At least 2 years prior experience as an LPN or RN preferably with hospital and behavioral health experience
Certified BLS provider obtained within 1 month prior to hire.
Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Ability to work as a member of a team.
Professional appearance, aptitude, and attitude
Impeccable ethics, integrity, and customer relations skills
Outstanding interpersonal and communications skills
Computer literacy and ability to use an EMR.
Knowledge of “best practices” behavioral medicine treatment delivery and methodologies
Sound clinical judgment and decision-making skills
Ability to understand the requirements of the clientele.

Responsibilities

Conducts medication count and maintains emergency drug kit
Documents patient education
Follows admission procedures
Follows discharge procedures
Monitors health record documentation timeliness and accuracy
Monitors HIPAA compliance
Ensures OSHA and employee illness or injury procedures are followed
Receives medications from pharmacy and stores appropriately
Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory laws
Performs pain assessment and is knowledgeable about pain management
Follows workplace injury procedures
Reports medication errors or "near misses" to Director of Nursing
Uses two identifiers when administering medications and documents
Looks for performance opportunities and ensures PI activities are ongoing
Reports unsafe conditions to Nursing Leadership
Performs appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift
Reports and documents suicide risks to appropriate staff
Uses personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately
Maintains active nursing license
Performs intake assessments on all clients.
Timely and complete medical record documentation
Uses clinical judgment to manage delivery of patient care safely and effectively.
Oral and written communication skills to convey patient progress and needs.
Nursing care plan and implementation
Ability to be on call for patients and staff.
Participation in Multi-disciplinary treatment team
Provision of in-service education for staff as requested.
Participation in Peer Review process
Ability to work well with the Medical Director and carry out physician orders.
Adherence to facility policy and procedures, State & Federal law, and Joint Commission regulations and standards