Registered Nurse

Apis Services Inc•Cañon City, CO

26d•$30•Onsite

About The Position

Hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work directly with Adolescents in a psychiatry residential treatment program or PRTF in Canon City, Colorado. Do you want to do meaningful work with a mission-driven organization, improving quality of life in your community through compassionate, integrated mental health services? We’ve got the job for you! Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Join our team and together, we will continue building better futures! The Adolescent Psych LPN is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of the patient with a psychiatric illness. Functions to seek methods to improve patient care on an ongoing basis. Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory law as it relates to the care of the mentally ill patient. When the need arises, will perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Current licensure as an LPN in Colorado.
Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must be able to pass physical and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening.
Must pass criminal background check(s), including Child Abuse & Neglect Databases.
Must pass both federal and state background checks which screen for crimes including, but not limited to drug related crimes, violent crimes, sexual abuse, domestic violence, child abuse, and repeated misdemeanors.

Responsibilities

Designate appropriate client referrals to the contracted physician(s) and other medical agencies or practitioners as needed.
Coordinate with community service agencies to ensure routine and emergency medical care for clients and team members.
Administer physician prescribed medications and vaccines.
Promote good health habits, proper hygiene, and good nutrition with all clients.
Control and maintain adequate inventory of medications and medical supplies.
Respond to all medical emergencies, provide first aid, and periodically work "on-call" shifts to provide emergency assistance as needed.
Maintain all medical documentation, medical history, and file on each client while following HIPAA compliance rules and regulations.
Actively participate in nursing related performance improvement activities.
Participate in health training of clients to include hygiene, nutrition, and diet.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings.
Maintain compliance with company exposure plan(s) to include OSHA and blood borne pathogens.