Full-Time AM LVN/LPT - Mental Health 109

La Casa Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) is a 190-bed program providing assistance to adults 18 and older. We exist to help people with mental impairments realize their full potential. Telecare delivers and manages excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness.

About the role

The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. The LVN/LPT documents response to treatment and notifies the Medical Director and Treatment Team of clinical changes of condition.

Pay

Expected starting wage is $30.00 per hour. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges; the assigned range will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

Schedule

Full-Time, AM shift: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday and weekends.

Requirements

• One (1) year of experience in psychiatric nursing in a skilled nursing facility or an acute hospital is preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program and current license by the State of California.
• Valid CPR Certificate.
• Demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness, Psychiatric Rehabilitation principles, knowledge of psychotropic medications, and knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health services in the State of California.
• Must receive clearance from the Department of Justice.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public, and other staff members.
• Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients.
• Attends and participates in community meetings and groups.
• Monitors the activities and documentation of the Mental Health Workers (MHW’s) on the assigned wing.
• Coordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Coordinates admission of new clients by designating the admitting MHW, completing admission documentation including the problem list and the I.D. note.
• Coordinates discharges by ensuring discharge orders are written, and that discharge medication and clothing are given to the client; completes appropriate documentation.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Administers medication and treatment to clients.
• Receives and presents change of shift report.
• Monitors the monthly recap of physician orders, medication records, and treatment records.
• Reviews all medical and psychological reports; informs the physician and nursing administrator of any abnormalities found in the client’s condition or laboratory reports.
• Completes the twenty-four hour Supervisors Report and the Charge Nurse’s Report each shift.
• Participates as a team member, providing input via reporting observations, concerns, and asking appropriate questions.
• Reviews and implements client treatment plans.
• Actively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART).
• Keeps the supervisor informed of client behavior and condition; notifies the supervisor of those clients who are clinical management concerns.
• Observes, records, and reports client social, medical, and psychiatric behavior.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes and assists clients in developing self-help skills.
• Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co-workers with concern and promotes group morale.
• Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements.
• Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.
• Protects clients from behavior that could damage themselves or others.
• Practices universal precautions at all times.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients, families, and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.
• Acts in a professional manner, demonstrates respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare.
• Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.
• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.
• Attends all assigned in-service education classes.
• Role models excellent professional practice; always dresses appropriately and professionally.

Physical Requirements

The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Activity (Hours per day):
  • Sitting: Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Walking: Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
  • Standing: Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
  • Bending (neck): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Bending (waist): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Squatting: Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Climbing: Never (0 hours)
  • Kneeling: Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Crawling: Never (0 hours)
  • Twisting (neck): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Twisting (waist): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Hand Use (Repetitive use required): Yes
    • Simple Grasping (right hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
    • Simple Grasping (left hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
    • Power Grasping (right hand): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
    • Power Grasping (left hand): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
    • Fine Manipulation (right hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
    • Fine Manipulation (left hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
    • Pushing & Pulling (right hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
    • Pushing & Pulling (left hand): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
  • Reaching (above shoulder level): Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • Reaching (below shoulder level): Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
• Lifting/Carrying:
  • 0-10 lbs: Frequently (3 - 6 hours)
  • 11-25 lbs: Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • 26-50 lbs: Occasionally (up to 3 hours)
  • 51-75 lbs: Never (0 hours)
  • 76-100 lbs: Never (0 hours)
  • 100+ lbs: Never (0 hours)
• Other Job Requirements:
  • Driving cars, trucks, forklifts, and other equipment: No
  • Working around equipment and machinery: No
  • Walking on uneven ground: Yes
  • Exposure to excessive noise: No
  • Exposure to extremes of temperature, humidity, or wetness: No
  • Exposure to dust, gas, fumes, or chemicals: No
  • Working at heights: No
  • Operation of foot controls or repetitive foot movement: No
  • Use of special visual or auditory protective equipment: No
  • Working with bio-hazards such as blood borne pathogens, sewage, hospital waste, etc.: Yes