Licensed Practical Nurse

COMHAR • Philadelphia, PA

14d • $31

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for the oversight of the client care, medical record, health and safety, medication administration and the coordination of medical care for the clients with the program receiving service with variety of psychiatric and health related needs.

Requirements

• Active LPN License
• At least two (2) years of mental health experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required. (Must be able to move about COMHAR service areas throughout the day to provide appropriate oversight and coordination and meet job duties as needed and required.)
• Physical examination including TB test and Hep B.
• Act 31 Mandated Reporter Training

Responsibilities

• Provision of assistance to residents who are unable to self-administer medication.
• Supervision of self-administered medication when indicated.
• Knowledge of and Administration of injectable medications as prescribed.
• Participation in education of residents regarding their medications, including assisting residents who are unable to self-administer medication to become able to do so.
• Immediately reporting of medication errors to supervisor.
• Timely review and notification to providers of laboratory results.
• Clozaril REMS data entry.
• Infection control: Strict adherence to infection control guidelines including cleaning and disinfection of nursing office, supplies, and site. Strict adherence to hand hygiene protocols.
• Participation and collaboration in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Participation in agency Quality Improvement Program initiatives as assigned.
• Timely reporting of all crises and unusual incidents to Director of Nursing and LTSR Director (Immediately if indicated; otherwise within 24 hours).
• Immediate reporting of psychiatric and medical crises to Psychiatrist and Associate Medical Director.
• Compliance with all internal and external requirements and regulations regarding but not limited to record keeping and recording.
• Observance of Universal Precautions in administering medications, proper disposal of sharps and biohazard and waste material, and handling waste products, etc.
• Provision of direct service to residents, including assistance with personal hygiene, bathing/showering, and all other tasks of daily living as needed.
• Leading activities with residents, including educational, social, and leisure programs for which residents’ input is elicited.
• Participating in community integration activities as needed.
• Regular and relevant documentation in clinical chart and utilizes other designated forms.
• Attendance at all meetings and training sessions as assigned.
• Reporting of all non-emergent shift and shift personnel problems to Director of Nursing and/or LTSR Director in a timely and accurate manner.
• In the event of a staff call out, works to secure appropriate coverage via existing team members or other contracted/approved temporary staff organizations.

Benefits

• Full-time and Part-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance, life and disability coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, and additional voluntary options such as disability, accident, and pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees