ICRR - LPN

MONDAY TO FRIDAY 7AM TO 3PM   Role and Responsibilities  YOU MUST FEEL COMFORTABLE SCHEDULING AND ATTENDING CLIENT APPOINTMENTS - Primarily responsible for the care of residents in all areas of treatment, to ensure their comfort and well-being.  Including, but not limited to, daily assessment of their physical and mental state, upkeep, and accuracy of their charts. All work is performed in accordance with City, State and Federal regulations, CATCH policies and procedures, and professional mental health standards.   Brief outline of duties Responsible for taking vital signs, assessment of resident’s medical and psychological symptoms and the documentation of same in the nursing progress notes. Ensure proper and accurate transcription of physician orders and that accurate documentation is maintained on the administration of medication, verbal physician orders and individuals that are on self-medication plans. Inform the physician of acute or ongoing medical and/or psychiatric problems scheduled clinic appointment times and the results of medical assessments and testing. Schedule outside medical appointments and ensure client’s transportation. YOU MUST FEEL COMFORTABLE SCHEDULING AND ATTENDING CLIENT APPOINTMENTS Review client’s health plan, develop and manage medical and medication goals for residents’ comprehensive treatment plans including residents who are in the self-administration medication program. Develop and run nursing groups, act as co-leader in group therapy and participate in treatment team meetings. Act as liaison between the resident’s physicians and the staff. Provide training to residents and staff in the areas of hygiene, medication side effects, first aid, nutrition, etc. Other duties as assigned by Associate Director.   Qualifications and Education Requirements Current Pennsylvania LPN license, experience working with Chronically mentally ill adults, preferably in a residential setting.     Preferred Skills Teamwork Oriented Stress Management/Composure Ethical Conduct Communication Proficiency Customer/Client Focus De-escalation techniques Flexibility Critical Thinking   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY No   WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates out of the CRR location.   POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK This is a full-time position. Monday to Friday 7am to 3pm.    TRAVEL None   PHYSICAL DEMANDS Must have physical ability to:  A) Climb stairs; B) Sit for prolonged periods of time; C) Carry heavy documents; D) Kneel and bend; E) Restrain clients in emergency situations. The employee must frequently lift or move items weighing over 20 pounds.   EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CATCH Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, CATCH Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. CATCH Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CATCH’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.   AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.

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