LVN/LPT - Behavioral Health 105

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u003cpu003eu003cstrongu003e**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eLVN/LPT u0026ndash; CORDILLERAS MHRCu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eFounded in 1965, Telecare is a rapidly growing mental health care company dedicated to making a difference for our clients, the community, and our employees. We offer an array of mental health services to adults with serious mental illness. We partner with public sector entities and behavioral health organizations and have over 155 programs and over 4,300 employees across the country. And weu0027re growing all the time! When you work at Telecare, you help to empower thousands of individuals every day in their journeys of recovery.u003cstrongu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cspanu003eCordilleras is a licensed 68-bed mental health rehabilitation center (MHRC) and a licensed 49-bed adult residential facility (ARF) called The Suites. Cordilleras primarily serves San Mateo County residents, 18-59, with long histories of mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric hospitalization.u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eShifts Available:u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePart Time .6; PM/Varies as needed; Week 1:u0026nbsp; Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday AND Week 2:u0026nbsp; Sunday, Thursday, and Fridayu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eSTATEMENT OF PURPOSEu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eWe exist to help people with mental impairments realize their full potential.u0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eMISSION STATEMENTu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eTelecare will deliver and manage excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003ePOSITION OBJECTIVEu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eThe Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician.u0026nbsp; The LVN/LPT provides documentation to the Treatment Team of response to treatment and notifies all parties of clinical changes of condition.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eQUALIFICATIONSu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eOne (1) year of experience in psychiatric nursing in a skilled nursing facility or an acute hospital is preferred.u0026nbsp; Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program, and current licensure by the State of California are also required.u0026nbsp; A valid CPR Certificate is also required.u0026nbsp; Necessary skills include a demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, knowledge of psychotropic medications and knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health services in the State of California. Current knowledge of recovery philosophy and psychiatric rehabilitation strongly preferred. Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from Criminal Justice Department.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eKEY RESULT AREASu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eMISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFSu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eQUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORKu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eProvides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eEstablishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAttends and participates in community meetings and groups.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMonitors the activities and documentation of the MHWu0026rsquo;s on the assigned unit.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCoordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shift.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCoordinates admission of new clients by designating the admitting MHW. Completes the admission documentation including the problem list and the I.D. note.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCoordinates discharges by ensuring that discharge orders are written, and that discharge medication and clothing are given to the client. Completes theu0026nbsp; appropriate documentation.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eTranscribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAdministers medication and treatments to clients.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReceives and presents change of shift report.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eMonitors the monthly recap of physician orders, medication record and treatment records.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReviews all medical and psychological reports. Informs the physician and nursing administrator of any abnormalities found in the clientsu0026rsquo; condition or laboratory reports.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eCompletes the twenty-four hour Client Report each shift.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eTEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATIONu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eParticipates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eReviews and implements client treatment plans.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eActively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) techniques.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eKeeps the supervisor informed of client behavior and condition. Notifies the supervisor of those clients who are clinical management concerns.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eASSESSMENTu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eObserves, records and reports client social, medical and psychiatric behavior.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eJUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVEu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003ePromotes and assists clients in developing self‑help skills.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eRELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERSu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co‑workers with concern and promotes group morale.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eQUALITY IMPROVEMENTu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eContinually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eUnderstands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eProtects clients from behavior that could damage themselves or others.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003ePractices universal precautions at all times.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eCUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eDemonstrates a knowledge of Telecareu0026rsquo;s customers including clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eu003cstrongu003eu003c/strongu003e Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003ePLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATIONu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eCompletes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITYu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eUnderstands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003ePROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTu003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eAttends all assigned in‑service education classes.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eRole models excellent professional practice.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eAlways dresses appropriately and professionally.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003ePHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSu003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eRarelyu0026nbsp; 0% to 1%u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eInfrequentlyu0026nbsp; 2% to 5%u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eOccasionallyu0026nbsp; 6% to 33%u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eFrequentlyu0026nbsp; 34% to 66%u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eConstantlyu0026nbsp; 67% to 100%u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu0026nbsp;u003c/pu003enu003culu003enu003cliu003eConstant sitting and standing 8 hours per day.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional to frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, turning, and squatting.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional pushing up to 50 pounds for 170 feet. (length of hall)u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional pulling up to 50 pound medication carts and possible wheel chairs for short distances.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional lifting from floor to overhead, or floor to waist.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional carrying of objects and materials weighing less than 25 pounds.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional carrying of clients 80 pounds to 300 pounds. Other employees normally assist; however, lift and carry is normally not aided by mechanical device.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eInfrequent overhead reaching 10-25 pounds.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eConstant small motor and hand skills necessary to perform writing tasks and other simple grasping operations.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional fine manipulation needed to administer injections.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eOccasional power grip and hand twisting required in both hands for clutching and grasping; to seize or hold firmly.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eNormal or corrected near and far vision, in addition to non-inhibiting color vision. May read constantly for short durations throughout the day.u003c/liu003enu003cliu003eConstant/Talking/Hearing/Smelling throughout the work day and must be alert to client condition and environmental situations.u003c/liu003enu003c/ulu003enu003cpu003eDuties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.u003c/pu003enu003cpu003eu003cstrongu003eEOE AA M/F/V/Disabilityu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003e,EqualOpportunityEmployerDescription:Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities,PayTransparencyPolicyStatement:The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c),MatchScore:1.0,HasApplied:false,ApplicationJobBoardName:null,ApplicationJobBoardId:null,DateApplied:null,Salaried:false,CompensationAmount:null,PublishingStatus:1,Links:[],BehaviorCriteria:[],MotivationCriteria:[],EducationCriteria:[],LicenseAndCertificationCriteria:[],SkillCriteria:[],WorkExperienceCriteria:[],JobBoardMemberships:[{JobBoardId:4f54269c-3a81-e250-e075-3a1a05307eef,PublishedInternal:true,PublishedExternal:false,ExternalPostedDate:null,InternalPostedDate:2022-04-13T17:16:02.394Z},{JobBoardId:2fcbb6f4-e717-17cb-9327-3dd87a55b08d,PublishedInternal:false,PublishedExternal:true,ExternalPostedDate:2022-04-13T17:16:02.394Z,InternalPostedDate:null}],AssessmentUri:null,AssessmentStatus:null,OpportunityIsClosed:false,TravelRequired:null,TravelDescription:null,SupervisorName:null,Assessments:[],ApplicationId:null,CompensationAnnualMinimum:null,CompensationAnnualMaximum:null,CompensationHourlyMinimum:null,CompensationHourlyMaximum:null,CompensationCurrency:null});

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