Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN -- Child & Adolescent Services. $5K Sign-on Bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse, Child Crisis

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday (3pm-11pm)

Pay Range Minimum: $25.00

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

Additional Details: SIGN ON BONUS: $5,000 ($1,250 at 3 months; $1,250 at 6 months; $2500 at 1 year)

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.