Crisis Recovery Center LPN
Riveon Mental Health and Recovery · Lorain, OH · Yesterday
On-siteHealthcare$22.85–$27.85/hrFull-time
Description
Are you looking to join a company that makes a difference? Do you want to be part of an organization with a commitment to an inclusive and supportive culture? Do you enjoy company-wide staff events with opportunities for team building and getting to know your co-workers? Join our team of compassionate, empathetic, and dedicated staff!
About the Role
We value our team members and provide an excellent total rewards package of benefits and perks designed to be customizable to your specific needs.
Responsibilities
- Manage the clients who are only in pharmacological service and complete pharmacological ISP's
- Meet with client to obtain vitals, assess compliance, update psychiatrist, and set client up with tele-psychiatrist
- Works closely with the physicians, tele-psychiatry physicians, and/or nurse practitioner(s) regarding the care and treatment of clients receiving psychotropic medication
- Takes verbal orders from physicians and assist with implementation of written orders
- Aids in the obtaining of psychotropic medication via samples or through central pharmacy or calling prescriptions into local pharmacies
- Maintains physical/mental health assessments, obtains vital signs, blood sugar testing, weights, BMI, waist circumferences, toxicology screens and other parameters relevant to medication monitoring and health maintenance
- Provides education on physical/mental wellness in individual and group settings
- Assists with the administration and/or monitoring of prescribed psychotropic medication including injections
- Communicates with case manager, counselors, clinical supervisor, and other members of the treatment team relevant information concerning the care of clients especially those dealing with multiple physical/ mental health care problems
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance and punctuality
- Attends required staff meetings
- Responds to routine and emergency requests for medical assistance
- Communicates with case manager, counselors, clinical supervisor, and other members of the treatment team relevant information concerning the care of clients especially those dealing with multiple physical/ mental health care problems
Requirements
- CPR and First Aide certification required
- Valid Ohio state license as an LPN
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment and with clients who have severe and persistent mental illness preferred
- Phlebotomy experience preferred
- Computer skills including familiarity with Windows and Word applications required
- Favorable references and/or evaluations are required
Qualifications
- Must possess a working knowledge of Riveon Mental Health and Recovery Policy and Procedures, including sensitivity and adherence to clients’ rights, confidentiality, and health and safety issues
- Must exhibit sensitivity to different cultures
Skills
- Sensitivity to different cultures
- CPR and First Aide certification
- Valid Ohio state license as an LPN
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment and with clients who have severe and persistent mental illness
- Phlebotomy experience
- Computer skills including familiarity with Windows and Word applications
Benefits
- Inclusive Culture with a Team Atmosphere
- Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
- Company-Wide All Staff Events - have fun while Teambuilding
- Wellness Programs and Activities
- Up to 41 days off per year (32 days of paid time off plus 9 paid holidays)
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Jury Duty Time
- Parental Leave
- Total Rewards Package
Pay
Pay Range: $22.85 - $27.85 per hour
Schedule
This position operates on 12-hour shifts.