LPN, Psychiatry

Signature Health•Ashtabula, OH

21d

About The Position

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential. If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can-do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career. As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more Robust earned paid time off program (PTO) Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles) Tuition & Professional Development Assistance SCOPE OF ROLE Reporting to the Manger, Nursing-Psychiatry, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Psychiatry will be instrumental in providing exceptional nursing support to clients. This role will directly consult with other providers ensuring the most appropriate plan of care while keeping clients educated. You will be a model for excellent patient care ensuring patients and their families are comfortable when receiving behavioral health treatment.

Requirements

Completion of an approved program in practical nursing required.
Valid unencumbered LPN License in the state of Ohio required.
1+ years of recent LPN experience with high degree of clinical expertise required.
American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Working knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare.
Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Proficient with technology and electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

Experience in outpatient clinic or psychiatry preferred.

Responsibilities

Consult and collaborate with staff and providers to correctly execute appropriate plan of care.
Responsible for intake of all patient appointments to include: vital signs, interviewing patient to determine health history for documentation, preparation of patient for examination and/or procedures, and updating medication profiles.
Responsible for reviewing no show charts and determine appropriate follow up.
Respond to patient telephone messages and documents outcome in patient’s record.
Respond to requests for prescription and informs prescriber of the request.
Administer medications safely, including injections.
Arrange and diligently follow procedures for specimen collection, reviewing labs/test results, and contacting providers when applicable.
Complete appropriate prior authorizations and patient assistance forms.
Review patient medications, updates medication list, and adds prescription information to the medication list.
Complete appropriate documentation in the medical record and complies with state, federal, and departmental policies when sharing/documenting patient care data.
Coordinate excellent patient care with staff of outside healthcare facilities or emergency rooms when necessary.
Exhibit a non-judgmental, empathetic and a fully supportive approach when communicating with patients, families, and staff.
Ensure quality of care by implementing nursing philosophies and standards of care; enforcing adherence to state board of nursing requirements and to other governing company regulations.
Ensure sensitivity to cultural diversity and maintains age-related competence for the population serviced.
Maintain your individual clinical and professional knowledge and skill through formal and informal educational experiences.
Maintain professional licensure and requirements as designated by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Participate in quality assurance and utilization review activities.
Participate in all assigned staff meetings and staff development programs.
Maintain clear communication with co-workers, referents or designated liaison person.
Comply with all agency policies and procedures.
Maintain all aspects of HIPAA, promoting patient confidentiality and right to privacy.
May be required to perform telehealth services as determined by Signature Health.
Adherence and completion of compliance training provided by Signature Health.
Responsible for and completes all productivity/documentation requirements.
Participate in all assigned staff meetings and staff development programs.
Demonstrate appropriate attendance and punctuality in adherence with Signature Health policies.
Other duties as assigned.