Registered Nurse (RN), Outpatient Services

POSITION SUMMARY :

Performs a variety of clinical tasks to assist physicians and other health providers in delivering safe and effective medical care, to the clients that utilize our programs, including residential services (ie: Life House).

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• 401K w/ 20% company matching
• 11 paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Generous PTO
• Employee discounts (YMCA)
• Employee referral program
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition assistance up to $200/month
• Education loan assistance up to $5250/year
• Casual Fridays
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Company paid long term disability
• Optional insurances (short term disability)
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free health screenings

BUSINESS HOURS FOR OUTPATIENT OFFICES:

Valparaiso: Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm and Fri 8am-5pm

Portage: Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm and Fri 8am-5pm (no physicians); Nursing staff typically works 4-10 hour days

Knox: Mon-Thurs 8am-8pm and Fri 8am-5pm (no physicians); Nursing staff typically works 4-10 hour days


POSITION DESCRIPTION:

To perform this job successfully, the staff member must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


VITAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The staff member must meet or exceed expectations, of the following, within the 90 day probationary period:

• Interacts with health care professionals and provides necessary care.
• Cross-trains at all Outpatient Nursing Office locations (see above), in the Porter Starke network, to provide support as needed and deemed necessary by the nursing supervisor. Mileage reimbursement is available to staff who may be sent to assist at an alternate location.
• Demonstrates Pharmacology knowledge, including medication administration techniques and medication effects.
• Administers, logs, and documents in EMR, long-acting antipsychotic injections, per physician order.
• Organizes and manages samples, including contacting drug reps when samples are needed in the office.
• Answers and triages telephone calls and callbacks, as instructed by nursing supervisor and/or physician.
• Reviews and documents client response to medication and health status.
• Conducts record searches as requested by the treatment team or physician to obtain a history of medications and responses.
• Interacts with physicians, managed care and pharmacy to assist patients with obtaining medication.
• Organizes and manages patient assistance plans and necessary paperwork, for prescribed medications.
• Performs vitals such as height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, O2, temperature, waist circumference, etc.
• Performs any in office point of care testing and lab, such as urine and oral drug screens, lipid panel, Hemoglobin A1C, glucose, etc., as ordered by physician.
• Completes electronic medical record documentation as required.
• Reviews lab results and collaborates with physician to help facilitate appropriate follow up care for client.
• Assists with completion of DCS Psychotropic Medication forms, per physician and DCS protocol.
• Completes prior authorization forms (paper and electronic) for medication(s) prescribed by our agency.
• Maintains clinical records and logs for clinical area.
• Makes efficient use of work time to accomplish assignments as well as the ability to accept or respond to changes in the work environment in a way that promotes the organization's goals and objectives. Willingly offers to assist other coworkers, during any free time, to help everyone complete assigned work, within each work day (this in turn, should be reciprocated).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The staff member must demonstrate knowledge of:

• All medical policies and procedures specifically related to the various adult and children's services provided in a community mental health facility.
• Safety regulations for the services of a community mental health facility.
• Crisis and emergency protocols as they apply to the various types of services provided by the organization.
• Basic first aid, infection control principles and public health requirements.

The staff member must demonstrate skills in:

• Signs and symptoms of psychiatric disorders.
• Interpersonal communication, problem-solving and organization.
• Handling crisis and medical emergencies.
• Interfacing and networking with outside contacts.
• Presenting information and responding to questions from individuals and groups of clients, customers, co-workers and the general public.
• Typing and basic computer usage, including Excel and Word.

• Trains and continuously evaluates staff on medication policies and procedures.
• Completes medical staff peer reviews, as assigned.
• Coordinates medication reviews and staffings with agency physicians.
• Develops techniques and supervises clients to assure medication compliance when judged necessary by the treatment team.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-service education, and other meetings as requested or assigned.
• Teaches specified courses for staff to develop specific skills needed to enhance services provided to clients.

Additional responsibilities (ie: Life House and Clozaril):

• Reviews resident's medication supplies and setup.
• Assesses and develops treatment plans with the client's outreach coordinator as related to medical needs, medication (including Clozaril management) and health education needs.
• Assesses (on a weekly basis) physical health of clients at Life House and confers with physicians to coordinate care as needed.
• Conducts client education programs according to needs identified, including health and wellness education.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

Maintains credentials as required by certifying/licensing body. Participates in professional development and inservice programs as required by position.


QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse : Must have current Indiana license as a Registered Nurse; preference is baccalaureate.
• Medical Assistant : Must be a graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistant and have valid Certification (CMA or RMA).
• A minimum of 2 years experience in psychiatric nursing is preferred.
• A valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.
• CPR certification is required upon hire or may be obtained through Porter Starke within 30 days of hire. This must be renewed every 2 years, thereafter, to remain in compliance.