Nursing Services - Denver, CO

posted 27 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Denver, CO
Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Psychiatric Nurse I (LPN) at WellPower is responsible for providing direct mental health services, assessments, and treatment to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. This role emphasizes the importance of a trauma-informed approach and requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for consumers. The position offers flexible scheduling options to accommodate work-life balance.

Responsibilities

  • Provide psychological evaluations and problem identification.
  • Conduct crisis interventions as needed.
  • Assist consumers with psychological, social development, and rehabilitation.
  • Coordinate medical care and interventions with staff and psychiatrists.
  • Draw blood for lab work for consumers.
  • Monitor consumers' vital signs.
  • Administer intramuscular medications.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with WellPower standards.
  • Participate in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
  • Maintain a trauma-informed environment of wellbeing.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing, Lead Nurse, and Program Manager.

Requirements

  • Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
  • Licensed as a Practical Nurse in good standing with the Board of Nursing of the State of Colorado.
  • 1-3 years of experience working with consumers with serious and persistent mental illness preferred.
  • Knowledge or ability to learn and practice trauma-informed principles and practices.
  • Theoretical and working knowledge of psychotropic medications.
  • Working knowledge of laboratory test results.
  • Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately.
  • Familiarity with DSM IV and diagnostic techniques.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • General knowledge of computer technology.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness.

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Flexible schedule
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