Outpatient RN or LPN

Claratel Behavioral Health • Decatur, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, provides professional nursing services to individuals receiving behavioral healthcare in accordance with medical protocols. Assesses client conditions, develops care plans, provides treatment and education, and participates as a member of the clinical treatment team by offering guidance on nursing treatment and health-related matters. Provides direct nursing and clinical education services to clients and their families or significant others. The position is based in an outpatient clinic and may require flexibility to work some evenings or weekends and float to other agency sites as needed for coverage. The role reports to the Clinic Manager.

Requirements

• Must hold an active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license to practice in Georgia.
• Must be able to perform venipuncture and medication injections.
• Must possess basic computer and typing skills.
• Must be able to use an electronic health record.
• Must be organized and client-focused, with excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to provide direction to other staff during behavioral and medical emergencies.
• Must be able to work in a recovery-oriented, client-focused, and trauma-informed care environment.
• Must professionally interface with clients, families, and caregivers using a recovery-focused and trauma-informed approach.
• Must communicate effectively with coworkers at multiple sites, internal and external customers, and the public.
• Successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.
• Pre-employment drug screening may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working in behavioral health is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform nursing assessments of clients of all ages and carry out needed interventions based on assessment results.
• Document assessment results and formulate nursing interventions accordingly.
• Perform venipuncture and CLIA-waived testing, including urine drug screening and breathalyzer testing.
• Administer injections.
• Complete AIMS assessments as ordered by a physician or APRN.
• Respond to physician and APRN orders in a timely manner.
• Facilitate collection of laboratory specimens and ensure receiving facilities’ requisition forms are properly completed.
• Recognize normal and abnormal laboratory values.
• Measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Coordinate medical and psychiatric care with community providers, including appropriate referral documentation and follow-up after consultations.
• Lead during medical emergencies when a physician or APRN is absent, directing team members and making decisions about additional emergency care in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
• Provide health-related training and education to clients and families as indicated by assessments or requested by the treatment team; facilitate health education groups as needed.
• Maintain examination rooms, equipment, and supplies in a clean and safe condition for client care.
• Provide clinical supervision for assigned nursing services staff as applicable, including Licensed Practical Nursing staff when assigned.
• Contribute professional nursing knowledge to client-care decisions.
• Delegate or follow through on assignments to promote safe, optimal care for clients and staff.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and staff.
• Communicate relevant information to physicians and other providers to support client care, including adverse medication reactions.
• Communicate with families, other Claratel programs, and community partners as needed to support client care, staff functioning, and business processes.
• Complete all documentation within 24 hours of service delivery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed