Nurse

Nurse

Job Number: 175

Location : Odessa

Supervises : N

FLSA : Exempt (if RN)

Division : MH

Salary : $23.62 for LVN; $29.82 for RN. Sign on bonus may be available.

Shift : M-Th 7:30am - 5:30pm; may require a flexible work schedule; Assigned work hours may change as the needs of the agency and clients change

Driving required : Y

Travel required : Y

Settings : office

POSITION SUMMARY/JOB PURPOSE:

The Nurse coordinates medical and non-medical aspects of a patient's treatment including patient education. This position performs a variety of patient care activities with individuals with mental illness including administration of intra-muscular injections, phlebotomy, obtaining and recording vital signs, providing medication education, symptom management and assisting in dispensing sample and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) medication.

This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Required: High School Diploma. Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Texas.

Experience Required: At least 1 year experience in clinical nursing.

Registration, Certification, Licensure or other Qualifications Required:

• Must maintain a valid Texas Driver's license, auto liability insurance and a driving record acceptable to PermiaCare's insurance requirements.
• Required to pass criminal history and background checks as well as pre-employment drug screen.
• Current and valid Texas LVN or RN license.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide patient education.
• Administration of intra-muscular injections as needed.
• Provide medication education.
• Provide symptom management.
• Assist in dispensing sample and Patient Assistance Program (PAP) medication.
• Prep clients in triage taking vital signs, weight, etc. and recording information.
• Documents accurately and timely.
• Collect blood and other lab specimens such as urine or sputum from patient, log specimens and prepare for testing.
• Return incoming phone calls and messages regarding medication.
• Order and maintain medical supplies.
• Meet unit performance measures or targets.
• Coordinate services to designated caseload.
• Enter accurate and appropriate documentation of services within timeframe required.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive records and treatment information, client files and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA, laws, rules and regulations, and established procedures.
• Maintain regular and reliable physical on-site attendance. Regular attendance, dependability, and promptness are required for the scheduled work day 100% of the time, to ensure consistency and completeness of program's processes.
• Comply with the Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation policy and reporting requirements.
• Adhere to the Code of Conduct and Standards of Behavior policy requirements.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with individuals served and their families, supervisors, co-workers and visitors by demonstrating cooperative, courteous and respectful behavior at all times.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor.
• Open and process mail/email in a timely manner.
• Answer phone, collect phone messages and respond to requests timely and accurately.
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Perform all work functions and interactions using a trauma informed approach.
• Display professionalism when representing PermiaCare and the program in the community.
• Maintain compliance with legal requirements and company policies and procedures.
• Maintain valid and current driver's license, auto insurance, acceptable driving record and reliable transportation at all times. Driving may be required for this position.
• Complete all training as assigned prior to due date.
• Other duties as assigned.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (these duties are not designated as essential for the purposes of ADA; they are still required duties):

• Fill in for other nursing staff as needed.
• Conduct monthly trainings.
• Attend treatment team meetings.
• Assist with meeting, tracking and reporting performance measures.
• Provide translation, if applicable.
• Participate in team meeting or staffings.
• Participate in community activities and/or attends community meetings as needed.
• Participate in workgroups and committees as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Advanced knowledge of mental illness and treatment.
• Ability to work with chronically impaired psychiatric patients.
• Knowledge of psychotropic and primary care medications.
• General nursing skills.
• Ability to operate a calculator.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws as they pertain to the dispensing of medications.
• Knowledge and ability to recognize signs and symptoms of medical/mental illnesses and medication side effects.
• Ability to function decisively in emergency situations.
• Ability to conduct staff development training including seizures, infection control, pharmacology, supervision of self administration of medication.
• Ability to draw blood effectively.
• Ability to perform EKGs.
• Ability to obtain and record vital signs.
• Ability to provide patient care in a respectful, caring manner.
• Knowledge of infection control procedures.
• Ability to accurately document patient care activities.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology.
• Ability to take and record vital signs.
• Ability to safely administer medications.
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices and procedures, including Nurse Practice Act.
• Ability to calculate dosage for medications.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse cultures and socio-economic populations on various sensitive matters, developing health centered service relationships with patients.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and ability to protect confidentiality.
• Effective multi-tasking skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Welcoming, positive behavior.
• Ability to express self clearly and effectively, orally and in writing.
• Effective time management skills.
• Exceptional customer service skills, including positive attitude.
• Cultural sensitivity.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.
• Knowledge of trauma informed theories, principles and practices.
• Flexibility and adaptability to different work environments.
• Excellent computer skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Electronic Health Records (EHR).
• Reading and comprehending.
• Reasoning and analyzing.
• Ability to coordinate with various inter-agency personnel.
• Ability to fulfill PMAB and CPR/First Aid requirements.
• Ability to work independently.
• Good interpersonal skills, including ability to build rapport with individuals including co-workers.
• Ability to display comfort in interacting with individuals of diverse cultural, ethnic and economic backgrounds and with social service, healthcare, educational and criminal justice organizations, as needed.
• Ability to acquire and utilize new skills as the job requires.
• Ability to work cooperatively and productively with supervisor, individuals, co-workers, and groups of persons at all levels of activity, contributing to a spirit of teamwork.
• Ability to maintain highly confidential information.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to plan and schedule work and implement directives without constant supervision.
• Model professionalism by appropriate dress, language, ethics and work habits.
• Ability to drive personal and/or company vehicle. This position may require travel to agency program sites, community and residential sites, and/or locations outside the PermiaCare catchment area. This position may require transport of agency individuals and/or individuals served.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Abilities Required:

• Moderate Lifting, 15-44 lbs
• Light Carrying, under 15 lbs
• Reaching above shoulder
• Simple grasping
• Walking
• Standing
• Sitting
• Operating mechanical equipment
• Operating office equipment
• Operating motor vehicle
• Ability to see
• Depth perception needed
• Hearing (with aid)
• Ability to write
• Ability to count
• Ability to read
• Ability to tell time

Other (specify): driving required. May require some travel after hours and overnight.

WORKSITE CONDITIONS:

• Travel
• Inside
• Working closely with others
• Working alone

ADA Statement: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EEO Statement: PermiaCare is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of duties, activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, activities and responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. This job description does not constitute an employment contract with PermiaCare. Employment is at-will.


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