Licensed Practical Nurse, Crisis

Monarch • Lumberton, NC

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse, Crisis provides direct and indirect services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to individuals needing crisis assessment, injection clinic, or outpatient services. The position schedules crisis and assessment services, triages people with emergent medical or psychiatric concerns, conducts clinical intakes, and coordinates with screening and referral resources to support continuity of care. It also supports the Injection Clinic by scheduling individuals, administering psychotropic medication injections, and providing medication education and support.

The nurse maintains complete, standards-compliant medical records and coordinates with STR, psychiatrists or nurse practitioners, providers, and crisis services staff. Other duties include checking insurance and program status in the electronic medical record, communicating with individuals and providers, participating in meetings and training, maintaining required certifications, following agency policies and procedures, and assisting during crisis situations. Driving and travel may be required. Other relevant duties may be assigned by a supervisor.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree in Nursing listed as an education requirement.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license from a State Board of Nursing.
• Experience working with adults with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder is listed as not required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule individuals for crisis and assessment services and triage those presenting with emergent medical or psychiatric problems.
• Conduct clinical intakes and coordinate with screening and referral resources and individuals to support continuity of care.
• Complete documentation to ensure medical records for crisis and assessment services meet state and accreditation standards.
• Coordinate with STR, psychiatrists or nurse practitioners, providers, and crisis services staff.
• Schedule Injection Clinic appointments, administer psychotropic medication injections, and educate and support individuals about medication.
• Engage with drug company representatives who supply medication samples or coupons.
• Interact effectively with individuals requesting services, staff, providers, and the public.
• Enter electronic medical record documentation, including checking individuals' Medicaid, IPRS, and Medicare status.
• Mail correspondence to individuals receiving services and the provider community.
• Attend and actively participate in required meetings and training.
• Maintain certifications in agency, state, and federal training requirements.
• Follow agency policies and procedures and service definitions applicable to specific program areas.
• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assist in crisis situations.
• Perform other relevant responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.
• Drive and travel when required.

Benefits

• Competitive and flexible total rewards package, with benefits and perks that may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, and professional development support.
• Comprehensive, competitive benefits package for full-time and part-time team members and their families.
• Opportunities for professional growth and promotion from within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree