Psychiatric Services - LPN | Harbor Point Lapeer

Hope Network Careers•Lapeer, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN provides medication services and supports the medical and behavioral health needs of residents at Harbor Point Lapeer. The role monitors and treats chronic and emergency medical conditions within the advisement of affiliate physicians and under the supervision of a registered nurse, while documenting care and consulting on health-related issues within the LPN’s scope of practice. The LPN also supports staff, resident supervision, training, infection control, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. On-call services are provided where applicable.

Requirements

Degree or diploma required for licensure as a licensed practical nurse.
Current and valid professional license as a licensed practical nurse.
Experience providing medical services in a residential setting.
At least one year of experience in a clinical setting.
Demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in written and verbal formats to meet position responsibilities.
Ability to interact with staff and clients from diverse populations.
Current driver’s license and an acceptable driving record according to Hope Network policy.

Responsibilities

Dispense, monitor, and evaluate client medications.
Provide guidance and direction to staff on medication dispensing.
Sort and put away monthly cycle medications when medication-room staff are unavailable.
Assist with tracking personal care trainings when requested.
Serve as a resource for electronic medication administration questions.
Take and transcribe doctors’ orders as needed, according to organizational policy.
Monitor and treat chronic and emergency medical conditions within the advisement of affiliate physicians and under registered nurse supervision.
Consult on medical and health-related issues within scope of practice, use evidence-based practices and recommendations, and document in clients’ charts.
Coordinate and implement infection-control and quality-assurance procedures to protect clients, staff, and their associates.
Collaborate with the registered nurse on medical situations requiring triage, assessment, interpretation, and guidance on interventions, except when following pre-developed RN or physician protocols.
Provide leadership, support, and direction to staff to facilitate communication, problem solving, program development, and orientation of new residents.
Supervise residents directly or remain aware of their general whereabouts as appropriate to their assessed independence.
Provide on-call services where applicable.
Intervene in crisis situations using approved methods that promote resident safety.
Participate in orientation and training of new staff and student training programs.
Ensure medical compliance with regulatory bodies, including OSHA, licensing, and CARF.
Communicate relevant medical issues to staff and program management.