Acute LVN on call - Behavioral Health 169

Job TitleTelecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals in recovering their health, hopes, and dreams. Telecare continues to advance cultural diversity, humility, equity, and inclusion at all levels of our organization by hiring mental health peers, BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and all belief systems.As part of the Telecare Family, Willow Rock is a 16-bed Psychiatric Health Facility in Alameda County for adolescents 12-17 years old who are experiencing acute psychiatric symptoms.Shifts Available: On Call AM PM or NOC days may varyExpected starting wage range is $29.02 - $47.00 per hour. Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges. The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire.Shift differentials: 6% for PM Shift, 10% for NOC Shift. Weekend Shift differentials for hourly staff 11% for Weekend PM Shift, 15% for Weekend NOC ShiftPosition SummaryThe Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) provides recovery focused services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician. Provides safe, effective, and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.QualificationsRequired:Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) /Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) program and current licensureCurrent CPR/BLS certificateMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be CPR, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI), and First Aid certified on date of employment or within 60 days of employment and maintain current certification throughout employmentAll opportunities at Telecare are contingent upon successful completion and receipt of acceptable results of the applicable post-offer physical examination, 2-step PPD test for tuberculosis, acceptable criminal background clearances, excluded party sanctions, and degree or license verification. If the position requires driving, valid driver license, a motor vehicle clearance, and proof of auto insurance is required at time of employment and must be maintained throughout employment. Additional regulatory, contractual, or local requirements may apply.Preferred:Previous experience with population to be served and/or work in a similar program setting preferredOne (1) year of experienceUnderstanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, and knowledge of psychotropic medicationEssential FunctionsDemonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in everyday language and contact with internal and external stakeholdersEstablishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with members servedProvides nursing care and assists in the welcoming, admission, and discharge processCollects data relevant to care of members served; develops and implements nursing care plansDemonstrates knowledge of crisis management and interventionTranscribes physician orders accurately and in a timely mannerAdministers medication and treatments to members servedReceives and presents change of shift report as assignedAdheres to medication management policies and proceduresNotifies the prescriber and nursing supervisor of any changes in behavior or conditionDocuments the progress of members served toward their Recovery Plan goalsAttends and participates in community meetings and groupsActively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetingsCoordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shiftMust assist with restraint of members served in the event of assaultive behavior and pass assault crisis/crisis prevention trainingSkillsAbility to review and implements Recovery/Treatment plansAbility to support medical and psycho-social care for members servedAbility to administer oral and injectable medicationsAbility to act as a team member and provide input via reporting observations and concerns and asking appropriate questionsDemonstrated ability to implement physical crisis and de-escalation techniquesPhysical DemandsThe physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.The employee is occasionally required to sit, squat, kneel, twist, push, pull and lift and carry items weighing 25 pounds or less as well as to frequently walk, stand, bend, reach and do simple and power grasping. The position requires manual deviation, repetition and dexterity as well as Hazardous Exposure (Blood Borne Pathogens, Hospital Waste, Chemical & Infectious).EOE AA M/F/V/DisabilityIf job posting references any sign-on bonus internal applicants and applicants employed with Telecare in the previous 12 months would not be eligible.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.