LPN/RN Acute, (AM) Crisis Center

AltaPointe Health•Mobile, AL

13d

About The Position

The LPN/RN Acute role works in the Behavioral Health Crisis Center, a 24/7/365 facility that provides crisis de-escalation and resolution. The center includes a large living-room-style area staffed by peer specialists, an 18-recliner temporary observation unit, and a six-bed extended observation unit. A sign-on bonus is available. The nurse supports admissions, consumer assessment and care, treatment planning, education, discharge, emergency response, and coordination with physicians and the multidisciplinary team. The role may serve as Charge Nurse and requires flexibility to work on any unit based on facility needs. The position also involves documentation, professional development, participation in performance improvement and committees, and compliance with AltaPointe policies and nursing standards.

Requirements

Current LPN or RN license to practice in the State of Alabama.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of psychiatric disorders in adult and child populations.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing care.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of growth and development across intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of substance use disorders and treatment.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Attain within six months of employment basic knowledge of medical terminology in psychiatric care.
Attain within six months of employment familiarity with psychopharmacy and psychotropic medications for adults.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention, interventions for acute psychosis, and non-violent crisis intervention practices.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of instruction, teaching tools, and educational methods for adults.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of family dynamics.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of the effects and treatment of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect.
Attain within six months of employment knowledge of cultural diversity.
Ability to perform the physical activities described, including lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing or pulling up to 25 pounds occasionally, and moving quickly to assist coworkers during restraint procedures.

Responsibilities

Complete timely admissions according to diversion center policy and procedure, prioritizing customer service and effective admissions flow, referral-source contact, consumer care, and support.
Ensure the needs of consumers, referral sources, physicians, and the facility are met.
Evaluate consumer needs and communicate pertinent admission information to physicians, nurses, and social workers as needed.
Complete the discharge process according to policy and procedure for nurses on units.
Plan, conduct, and document individual and group patient education.
Educate consumers and families about treatment plans, medication compliance and side effects, disease management, and other applicable topics.
Complete medical and dietary consultations as needed.
Communicate with physicians and outside agencies about consumers’ physical and mental conditions.
Initiate and implement multidisciplinary treatment plans, coordinate with the team, and participate in ongoing plan development.
Provide emergency care as needed, including CPR, Mindset, and PRN medications, in accordance with AltaPointe policies and procedures.
Assist consumers with bathing, toileting, and other personal hygiene routines.
Work on any unit as directed by the Nurse Manager and according to facility needs.
Recognize crisis states and de-escalate or resolve situations.
Assist with seclusions and restraints according to AltaPointe policy and procedure.
Support hospital cost containment through responsible time management and use of unit supplies.
Apply adult and child competencies and adhere to the professional code of ethics.
Serve as Charge Nurse as needed, overseeing routine task assignments of RNs, LPNs, Mental Health Technicians, MAs, and behavioral staff.
Initiate and administer IV fluids in accordance with provider orders, facility policies, and applicable nursing standards.
Seek clinical supervision and consultation, accept suggestions for improvement, and work to enhance clinical skills.
Document promptly, clearly, concisely, and legibly in accordance with AltaPointe policy, including consumer problems, treatment goals, services, and applicable forms, notes, and logs.
Treat consumers with care, dignity, compassion, respect for privacy and confidentiality, and sensitivity to individual needs and differences.
Maintain a pleasant, cooperative, gentle, and calm manner with consumers, families, visitors, and coworkers; assist consumers and visitors as needed.
Participate in Performance Improvement activities and AltaPointe committees as required.
Complete assigned tasks promptly and access appropriate community resources based on consumer needs.
Follow AltaPointe policies and procedures, maintain a current state license and renewal requirements, and attend required in-services and workshops.