RN/LPN Behavioral Health Nurse A Great Opportunity At ViaQuest Psychiatric & Behavioral Solutions we offer unique and individualized care to children, adolescents, adults, the aging population, those with developmental disabilities and those suffering from extreme trauma. Our clients are supported by a team of mental health counselors, social workers, certified nurse practitioners, case managers and psychiatrists to ensure the best outcomes for those we serve. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of the clients we serve!
Responsibilities may include: - Address the behavioral and physical health needs of clients receiving treatment for psychiatric symptoms.
- Perform health care screenings and check vital signs.
- Administering injections and other medications as needed.
- Monitor and administer medication.
- Educate clients on pharmaceuticals.
- Gather client information and history from the Nurse Practitioner.
- Case management duties including coordination of community services.
- Assist clients in building skills including emotion, stress and anger management, communication and interpersonal relationships.
- Delegation of required DODD law and rules based on setting
- Schedule doctor appointments
- Review orders from doctors and check for accuracy according to DODD law and rule
- Verify appointments were attended.
- Verify labs that are ordered are completed
- Individual specific training to certified staff on new medications
- Follow medication errors and provide education to prevent errors in the future
- Assist Programming in getting referral for doctors or equipment needed for the client
- Assist with Survey of home/ day program when scheduled
- Coordinate with doctors to get signed physician orders every 3 months.
- Assist with planning of hospital discharges.
- Assist with information needed for the ISP meetings that are yearly.
Requirements for this position include: - Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Active RN/LPN license.
- Experience in psychiatric, mental and behavioral health services.
- Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
- Preferably has experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
What ViaQuest can offer you: - Comprehensive training.
- Monthly productivity incentive bonus.
- Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
- Paid-time off.
- Premium holiday pay.
- Mileage reimbursement.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Employee referral bonus program.
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