Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in patient care and be skilled in various nursing practices. This position requires an Associate’s Degree in nursing and at least 1 year of nursing experience. Currently, an unencumbered state RN or LPN license is required, as well as a current, valid VA driver’s license. Current CPR/first aid certification. Current TB Test, within the past year. Candidate must provide proof of licensure upon hire. Candidate must provide evidence of or satisfactorily complete. Upon hire, all DBHDS are required to complete training. Under the direction and supervision of a PMHNP, Clinical Supervisor, and Clinical Director, assists with providing support to individuals in the Residential Crisis Stabilization Unit. Work is performed daily with the RCSU services staff and other medical providers. All work remains to the highest professional ethical standard, which complies with the Prosperous Beginning, LLC Mission, values, and guiding principles.
Essential Job Functions:
- Provides nursing assessment; assesses health problems and appropriateness for RCSU.
- Monitors client’s response to treatment, including medication side effects and adverse reactions.
- Providing ongoing nursing to RCSU clients.
- Educates clients and other staff on health promotion, prevention, and treatment
recommendations.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary team members and other medical providers, families, and community providers; communicates assessment information, treatment planning, interventions, and crisis needs.
- Promotes integration of care through consultation and collaboration with other healthcare providers
- Participates in administrative and clinical staff meetings as required.
- Collaborates with PMHNP for consultation when appropriate.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of practical nursing techniques and the care and treatment of all types of clients
- Considerable knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, basic health, and safety practices
- Skills in preparing and administering medications and general knowledge of proper dosage, effects, and contradictions
- Skill in the operation of general and specialized equipment used in the area of assignment
- Ability to make astute observations of patients’ conditions and to report changes accurately
- Ability to understand, interpret, and relate oral and written instructions
- Ability to solve problems within the scope of responsibility
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and family members, medical personnel, insurance providers, other employees, and the general public.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
