Under the direction of the Psych/DD Nurse Manager, performs general nursing and psychiatric care, including the administration of physician ordered medication and treatments; Assists in physical examinations; obtains and records vital signs. Documents in the medical record the administration of medication and treatments and other pertinent observations pursuant to a client’s health status. Observes, evaluates and records client behavior and psychiatric symptoms; Assists in feeding, grooming and self care. Evaluates client and staff injuries and administers and records first aid as indicated. Responds to medical emergencies to administer life-saving measures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team, including in collaboration with the client’s physician the completion of a functional client health needs assessment and nursing plan of care pursuant to client health conditions for those clients in assigned caseload. Develops, implements and evaluates client self medication programs. Provides health teaching to family and clients as indicated. Assists in orienting and training new nursing employees. Conducts and participates in In-Service training sessions. Provides clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses who are assigned during same working hours. Provides written input upon Unusual Incident Reports. Complete nursing department shift reports of client health conditions so as to ensure continuity of care.
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Job Type
Part-time
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