Nursing Coordinator
About The Position
The Nursing Coordinator position provides support for the Director of Nursing. It also provides monitoring, education, and direction to the nursing staff as directed by the DON. The Nurse Coordinator helps ensure that each PHF and CTF client receives the nursing care, treatment, medications, and diet that have been ordered by the attending physician, ensuring the overall quality of licensed nursing care for Star View. Work with physicians, social workers, and medical records to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc. The Nursing Coordinator's duties will also include providing coverage in the milieu as needed. Provide medication education and information on health practices to clients. Helps to ensure safety and meet the physical and psychosocial needs of clients. Coordinate the development and maintenance of an accurate work schedule for CTF and PHF nursing staff, including a current "on call" list. Participate in ProAct assignments and activities. Consult with the Director of Training in planning and conducting the orientation program and continuing education for nursing personnel. Provides other nursing duties, including first aid and medical intervention within the scope of licensure, as necessary for each individual client. Ensure accurate, complete, and appropriate nursing care plans and other nursing documentation are generated and maintained in a timely manner in the medical record system. Coordinate admissions, discharges, transfers, and arrange transportation for medical and other appointments. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related duties as assigned by the DON or his/her designee.
Requirements
- Active, valid California LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse), or LPT (Licensed Psychiatric Technician) license.
- One (1) year experience working with severely emotionally disturbed (SED) children OR a 40 hours of regulatory on-the-job training.
- Knowledge of medication administration, especially psychotropic meds and medical treatment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) to effectively interact with seriously emotionally disturbed adolescents, physicians, staff, and the public.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited school of Licensed Vocational Nursing or Licensed Psychiatric Technology, preferred.
- One (1) year of medication administration experience.
- Associate's degree.
- Quality Assurance (QA) experience.
- Prior supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Provides support for Director of Nursing.
- Provides monitoring, education, and direction to the nursing staff as directed by the DON.
- Ensures that each PHF and CTF client receives the nursing care, treatment, medications, and diet that have been ordered by the attending physician.
- Works with physicians, social workers, and medical records to secure informed consent for medication from parents, courts, conservators, etc.
- Provides coverage in the milieu as needed.
- Provides medication education and information on health practices to clients.
- Helps to ensure safety and meet the physical and psychosocial needs of clients.
- Coordinates the development and maintenance of an accurate work schedule for CTF and PHF nursing staff, including a current "on call" list.
- Participates in ProAct assignments and activities.
- Consults with the Director of Training in planning and conducting the orientation program and continuing education for nursing personnel.
- Provides other nursing duties, including first aid and medical intervention within the scope of licensure, as necessary for each individual client.
- Ensures accurate, complete, and appropriate nursing care plans and other nursing documentation are generated and maintained in a timely manner in the medical record system.
- Coordinates admissions, discharges, transfers, and arranges transportation for medical and other appointments.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Generous Time Off
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Additional voluntary benefits to support your lifestyle.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: On-the-job training with access to paid CEU opportunities.
- Career development programs designed to help you grow.
- Supervision for BBS hours for AMFT, ACSW, and APCC professionals (where applicable).
- Employee Recognition & Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
