Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN Standing Strong for Children in Crisis

Licensed Practical Nurse, Child Crisis

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 8

Schedule: Every other weekend: Saturday & Sunday (11:00pm - 7:00am)

Pay Range Minimum: $23.00

Education We're Looking For: Associates: Nursing, High School Diploma (Required)

Certifications We're Looking For: Drivers License (Valid) - USA, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - State Board of Nursing

Experience We're Looking For: Experience with children/youth/adolescents in a Crisis setting | Not Required; Experience working with children/adolescents with a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder | 1 year | Required; Psychiatric Nursing Experience | Not Required

Minimum Required Qualifications: Hold a valid LPN North Carolina licensure A minimum of (1) year of experience working with children/adolescents experiencing a mental health diagnosis and/or substance use disorder.

Job Description Summary

The primary responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse, Child Crisis are to provide direct and indirect services, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, to individuals in need of crisis assessment, injection clinic, or outpatient services.

What You'll Do

• Schedule individuals for crisis and assessment services and triage individuals who present with emergent medical and/or psychiatric problems.

• Perform clinical intakes with individuals requesting services, coordinate with screening/referral and individuals to ensure continuity of care.

• Complete documentation required to ensure that the medical record for crisis and assessment services meets state and accreditation standards, coordinating with STR, psychiatrists/nurse practitioners, providers, and crisis services staff.

• Schedule individuals for the Injection Clinic as well as doing injections of psychotropic medication, educate and support individuals about medication.

• Complete documentation required to ensure that the medical record for crisis and assessment services meets state and accreditation standards, engage with drug company representatives who supply samples or coupons.

• Deal effectively with a variety of people, which includes individuals requesting services, staff, providers, and the public.

• Input electronic medical record documentation, including checking for Medicaid, IPRS, and Medicare status of individual receiving services.

• Mail correspondence to individuals receiving services and the provider community.

• Attend and actively participate in meetings and training as required. Maintain certification in all agency, state and federal training requirements.

• Demonstrate knowledge of and comply with all agency policies and procedures, as well as service definitions related to specific program areas

• Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures and assists in crisis situations.

• Complete all other relevant responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• Driving and travel may be required.

Benefits: We offer a competitive and flexible total rewards package designed to support the diverse needs of our team members. In addition to base compensation, eligible employees have access to a range of customizable benefits and perks, which may include comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, professional development support, and more. Specific offerings are tailored to the role, employment type, and location. We look forward to discussing the details of your personalized compensation and benefits packageand what matters most to youduring the interview process.