What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN / LVN - Phoenix position at Renewal Health Group?
Montare Behavioral Health recently opened a new Primary Mental Health Residential Treatment Center located in Phoenix Arizona, and we are currently looking for LPN's on a Per Diem basis!
The LPN is responsible for providing a variety of community mental health nursing services which focus on treatment, education, and rehabilitation of the physical and mental health of the client. The LVN collaborates as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team (Treatment Team) to develop and implement effective treatment strategies.
Availability, we are currently looking for:
- Per Diem Shifts (as needed)
- 12 hour shifts, 7am -7pm (day shift) and 7pm - 7am (overnights)
- Weekends and holidays
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assists with self-administration of medication policy to document and observe patient medication regimen for all patients at all levels of care.
- Ensures accurate documentation of medication orders.
- Observes patients, charting and reporting changes in patients' conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment and taking any necessary action.
- Answer patients' questions regarding medication orders and determines how to assist them.
- Measures and records patients' vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration when required.
- Evaluates medical concerns and directs patients to emergency medical care when required.
- Works as part of a health care team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Reviews medication logs and consults with patients and physicians regarding refills.
- Provides monitoring and supervision of patients to support non-clinical staff.
- Is responsible for requesting inventory and requisition supplies and instruments.
- Schedules and Transports clients to medical and dental appointments.
- Facilitates Health and Wellness groups and documents clients participation.
Qualifications
- Attainment of at least 18 years of age.
- LPN / LVN licensure required. Possession of a valid license/certificate of registration issued by the Arizona Board of Nursing Education and Nurse registration is required.
- Experience working in a psychiatric facility or residential treatment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player. Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
- Valid driver's license, clean driving record and personal automobile insurance.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.
- For the mental health and eating disorder programs additional requirements include receiving DOJ/FBI fingerprint clearance or an exemption and a submission of a signed Criminal Record Statement (LIC 508).
Salary : $31 - $33
