Licensed Psychiatric Technicians - LPT, LVN

Licensed Psychiatric Technicians - LPT, LVN

Carmichael, CA 95608

Overview

Salary Range $36.00 - $44.54 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level High School or GED Category Nursing

Description

LVN and LPT Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence-based methods to accomplish the restoration of families, relationships, and self-worth. By transforming the character, we give life back to the people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues. Positions available: Full-time & Part-time: AM, PM, & PM

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 10 days paid vacation
• 5 holidays/ 5 sick days per year
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits with NO monthly premium for employee
• 401K with a company match of up to 3%
• Accident & life Insurance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of patient care.
• Provides outstanding, individualized resident care and medical support to clients as needed.
• Prepare and review medical records and nurses' notes to evaluate the resident's physical and emotional status.
• Provide care according to the Physician's orders, care plans, established standards, policies and procedures.
• Prepare and monitor patient administered medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with nursing standards and facility policies.
• Monitors and reports adverse reactions to medications and treatment to the RN and/or Physician.
• Sign, date and perform all charting, record keeping and care plans in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Utilizes good infection control procedures. Utilizes behavioral management and crisis intervention techniques.
• Ensures compliance with State licensing standards and accreditation standards
• Adheres to and upholds the policies and procedures of the company.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Facilitate group therapy sessions.
• Provide client assistance in crisis intervention situations.
• Maintains EMR.
• Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists.

Requirements:

• Current Psychiatric Technician (PT) license or LVN
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Qualifications

Required education and experience:

• Current Psychiatric Technician (PT) license
• Possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Familiar with HIPAA/client confidentiality and personal rights.
• Possess CPR/First Aid certification.
• Current TB test and health screen

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

• Valid Driver's License