Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Emergency Triage

We are in need of a FT Nights and PT nights nurse for our Crisis Center! POSITION SUMMARY As part of the healthcare team, provides quality client care and also supervision for unlicensed staff.
Participates in the implementation of all applicable policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and well-being of the clients utilizing the Crisis Stabilization Center and/or the Inpatient Care Center.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Functions: Interacts with other healthcare professionals as a team to provide quality client care.
Completes and reviews all required admission assessments, orders, and paperwork.
Completes medication reconciliation for new admissions.
Completes point-of-care testing.
Observes and monitors assessment scales such as CIWA, AUDIT, CSSRS, AIMS, etc.
Reviews and documents client response to medication and overall client health status.
Assesses the physical health of clients and confers with providers to coordinate care as needed.
Participates in staff meetings and other meetings as requested or assigned.
Completes electronic medical record documentation as required.
Other duties may be assigned.
Non-Essential Functions: Reviews and documents as needed the physical and mental condition of clients.
Coordinates medication reviews and staffings with agency providers.
Conducts record searches as requested by the treatment team or physician to obtain a history of medications and responses.
Interacts with providers, managed care, and pharmacy to assist clients with obtaining medication.
COMPETENCIES All medical policies and procedures specifically related to the various adult and children’s services provided in a crisis or inpatient facility.
Safety regulations for the services of a crisis or inpatient facility.
Crisis and emergency protocols as they apply to the various types of services provided by the organization.
Pharmacology, medication administration techniques, and medication effects.
Basic first aid, infection control principles, and public health requirements.
The staff member must demonstrate skills in: Signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders Interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and organization.
Handling crisis and medical emergencies.
Interfacing and referring to outside contacts.
Presenting information and responding to questions from individuals and groups of clients, customers, co-workers, and the general public.
Typing and basic computer usage.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS A degree from an accredited nursing program is required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Minimum of 2 years’ experience in psychiatric nursing is preferred.
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION Current Indiana license as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required.
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