Licensed Practical Nurse- Psychiatric

KLAMATH YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CENTER•Klamath Falls, OR

3d•$26 - $32•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of a Licensed Medical Professional, the Nurse is responsible for working with the Psychiatric Providers and the Clinical Staff to assist in the intake and maintenance of Psychiatric Clinic clients. The Nurse will also provide support functions to the providers.

Requirements

Licensed as an LPN or RN in the state of Oregon.
At least 2 years’ experience in professional nursing field work is required.
Valid Oregon driver’s license, clean driving record.
Personal automobile insurance is required if clients are transported or any agency business is conducted by the employee using his/her personal vehicle.
Must possess an active RN or LPN Nursing license in the State of Oregon.
Foundational Knowledge: Understanding of basic principles of mental health and mental illness.
Foundational Knowledge: Knowledge of common mental health disorders and their symptoms.
Foundational Knowledge: Familiarity with developmental stages and their impact on mental health.
Client Engagement and Support: Skills in establishing rapport and building trusting relationships with clients.
Client Engagement and Support: Ability to provide emotional support and encouragement.
Client Engagement and Support: Competence in engaging clients in their treatment plans and goals.
Assessment and Observation: Ability to observe and document client behaviors, symptoms, and progress.
Assessment and Observation: Skills in conducting basic assessments under supervision.
Assessment and Observation: Understanding of when to seek supervision or refer to higher-level professionals.
Service Coordination: Competence in coordinating care and services for clients.
Service Coordination: Knowledge of community resources and how to access them.
Service Coordination: Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Intervention and Crisis Management: Skills in implementing basic therapeutic interventions and support strategies.
Intervention and Crisis Management: Ability to respond appropriately to crises and emergencies.
Intervention and Crisis Management: Knowledge of safety planning and de-escalation techniques.
Documentation and Reporting: Competence in maintaining accurate and timely documentation of client interactions and progress.
Documentation and Reporting: Skills in reporting critical information to supervisors and other team members.
Documentation and Reporting: Understanding of confidentiality and privacy laws related to client information.
Professional and Ethical Behavior: Adherence to ethical standards and guidelines for professional conduct.
Professional and Ethical Behavior: Understanding of boundaries and appropriate professional behavior.
Professional and Ethical Behavior: Commitment to ongoing professional development and supervision.
Cultural Competence: Sensitivity to cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic diversity.
Cultural Competence: Ability to engage with clients from diverse backgrounds in a respectful and effective manner.
Cultural Competence: Commitment to continuous learning about cultural competence.
Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly with clients, families, and other professionals.
Communication Skills: Skills in active listening and empathetic responses.
Self-Care and Self-Awareness: Awareness of personal stress levels and the impact of work on personal well-being.
Self-Care and Self-Awareness: Commitment to self-care practices and seeking support when needed.
Self-Care and Self-Awareness: Ability to reflect on personal biases and their impact on professional practice.
Understanding of Legal and Ethical Standards: Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory standards in mental health practice.
Understanding of Legal and Ethical Standards: Understanding of client rights and advocacy.
Understanding of Legal and Ethical Standards: Commitment to ethical decision-making and professional integrity.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with adults is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide telephone and in person triage independently within scope of practice and make appropriate clinical decisions.
Implement individualized care planning for those with limited resources and/or limited learning abilities.
Provide basic health screenings, which may include wound care and other medical assessments.
Understand and follow up on abnormal results of labs upon consultation with Licensed Medical Professional.
Coordinate with community providers to obtain needed medical supports such as care-givers, durable equipment purchases and maintenance.
Coordinate and consult with PCP, medical specialists, hospitals, rehabilitation programs and other services on behalf of mutual patients.
Provide in-home skills training to patients to monitor and effectively manage medical conditions such as diabetes, COPD and Hepatitis.
Administers medications and injections as prescribed by the LMP.
Screens participants for medication side effects and medical conditions.
Provide individual and group skills training regarding nutrition, medications, and physical wellness as components of mental health recovery.
Participate in trainings and meetings.
Provide education and training to team members regarding medications and potential side effects.
Maintain the medication room to proper OAR standards and administration best practices.
Complete required documentation within the specified timelines stated below under “Documentation Requirements.”