Nurse LPN/RN - Licking

Nurse LPNIn this role, you will practice community-based nursing, administer medical care and provide clients with basic medical information. Serves as a liaison with physicians and other client providers.The Organization: Since 1955, Behavioral Health Care Partners (Formally known as Moundbuilders Guidance Center) has been providing integrated mental health and addiction treatment services for youth, adults and families. In addition, we offer:Exceptional payGreat benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance403b retirement plan with matching fundsCEUs, Licensure Reimbursements, Multiple Loan Forgiveness Programs, and employee discountsAccrued paid time off including 2 weeks' vacation, 12 sick days per year, and 10 paid holidays for full time staffFlexible schedule and the ability to work remotely40 hours per week (Monday-Friday) various shifts availableOur Location: We are located in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, a short 30-minute scenic commute from Columbus, Zanesville, Lancaster, and Newark.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPractices community-based nursing and administers medical care.Provides clients with basic medical information, promotes healthy lifestyle change including tobacco cessation, nutrition, physical activity, substance use prevention and medication adherence.Serves as a liaison with physicians and other client providers. Coordinates with client's physician regarding client's medical care and communicates with physician regarding client's mental health condition. Coordinates with physicians, psychiatrist, and pharmacy regarding client's prescriptions.Administers shots and daily medications by following prescribed orders.Completes nursing progress notes and annual nursing assessments.Documents client's vital signs including blood pressure, weight, BMI, waist circumference and other data.Works effectively as part of interdisciplinary team providing assessment and referral to match clients with appropriate type and level of care.Maintains confidentiality of HIPAA and other confidential and sensitive information.Maintains the highest level of integrity and professionalism in all aspects of job performance.Keeps abreast of current trends and "best practices" in the field. Attends and participates in required trainings on topics relevant to the job and to behavioral healthcare.Performs job responsibilities and maintains all records in accordance with BHP's policy, procedure and protocol, and as appropriate to the job, all regulatory authorities' accreditation/licensure/ Certification standards, and all applicable laws and regulations.Other Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned.Qualifications: Candidates must possess strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate with other service providers. Associate's degree in Applied Science of Nursing and three to five years of nursing experience in a facility for individuals with mental health issues. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and CPR/BLS required. Basic computer, phone and typing skills are necessary for all positions.QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsRequiredLic Practical NurseCPR/ Basic Life Support