Hybrid LPN at VOLUNTEER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH

Description

Volunteer Behavioral Health is now seeking for LPN PRN for Night Shift in the Cookeville, Tennessee area.

EXEMPLARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Implement policies and procedures of the Crisis Stabilization Unit.

· Assist Psychiatric Technicians when needed in providing for the daily living activities of the patients.

· Implement procedures for providing the medical needs ordered for each patient while in CSU.

· Screen calls and questions pertaining to medication.

· Arrange educational sessions for patients pertaining to medication.

· Document all patients having had a handout sheet and education session pertaining to their medications. Also, patients’ family when indicated.

· Monitor lab work within the guidelines pertaining to the specific medication.

· Help maintain and support patients receiving medications by individual evaluation and/or group.

· Complete Admissions Assessments and create Treatment Plans.

· Phone or dispense prescriptions (signed by MD/NP) in consultation with the Psychiatrist/Nurse Practitioner.

· Participate in staffing.

· Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licensed as an LPN in the State of Tennessee and experience working in the mental health field.