Licensed Practical Nurse - PYR - Full Time

Comprehensive Life Resources•Tacoma, WA

2d•$30 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified LPN to join our Youth Residential Treatment facility in Tacoma, WA. The Nursing services will provide behavioral and physical health services to the Pearl Youth Residence. Nurses will work alongside providers and clinical teams to develop treatment criteria and goals. Nursing will assist in assessing medication efficacy and physical assessments. Nursing will arrange and assist with community appointments. Pearl Youth Residency is one of 4 Children's Long-term Inpatient Programs (CLIP) in the state and serves youth ages 12-18 who have demonstrated an inability to maintain safety in their home or community.

Requirements

Valid WA State Licensed Practical Nurse, or multi-state or compact licensure
One year work experience preferred
Experience or knowledge of psychotropic medications
Current CPR certification preferred (can be completed upon hire)
If role requires driving, must have valid driver’s license, proof of insurance and working vehicle.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing and medical services to clients
Provide education regarding prescribed treatment
Document in the progress notes the provision of care and the clinical and behavioral observations of clients
Administer and document medications, adhering to state and program guidelines
Provide first aid and emergency medical care as needed, following program guidelines
Transcribe provider orders, following program protocols
Measure and document client vital signs
Other duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the Washington State Board of Nursing
Attend all mandatory meetings
Maintain licensure, certification and other requirements for the position.
Observe and assess clients in terms of therapeutic response to medication and the nursing care plan.
Assist clients with activities of daily living as appropriate
Assist in monitoring and documenting medical supplies, floor stock, and pharmacy communication.
Assist in all aspects of the laboratory specimen, collection and throughput.
Adhere to program’s infection control policy and protocols.
Plan and lead educational and information groups for clients as assigned.
Work to ensure effective communication among team members during and between shifts.
Coordinate with school and staff regarding outside medical appointments and activities.
Transport and attend medical appointments with residents
Work with team members to create and contribute to a positive learning environment for all.
Adhere to the incident reporting process and safety protocols.
Ensure that ethical and professional standards of practice are maintained.
Understands and respects diverse backgrounds and a commitment to culturally competent practice.
Demonstrates ethical decision-making skills and appropriate boundaries.
Promote whole health care as a key to people’s recovery and quality of life.
Ability to receive consultation and apply feedback, is accountable, and contributes to a positive work environment.
Develops and maintains a self-care plan, seeks supervision when needed and recognizes signs of burnout.
Ability to complete paperwork and documentation within required timeframes, meeting content requirements.
Ability to apply appropriate codes to patient care services as outlined by program guidelines.
Compliance with competencies determined by Nursing Director.
Participate in competency trainings identified by Human Resources and assigned program.