Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) URGENTLY HIRING
Summary:
The LVN works closely with each of the Clients on an individual basis
providing assistance in the areas of medication observation and medical
appointment scheduling, as well as overall client health in assistance with
the housing of homeless veterans. The LVN ensures that all information
obtained during assistance is organized and facilitated appropriately. The
LVN adheres to all state and federal regulations and accreditation agency
standards applicable to the individual licensure and narcotic treatment
programs.
Job Duties:
Observation, documentation, audit functions, and record keeping of all
observed/inventoried/destroyed/prescribed medications
Assessment of client with undiagnosed or diagnosed conditions, and
assisting in ascertaining clinical medication management with the
Nursing Supervisor and Medical Director.
Observation, documentation, and record keeping of client health
status.
Works closely with Medical Case Manager Supervisor/Medical Case
Manager/ and Manager for Nights and Weekends on client health
status and presenting conditions.
Pick up medications/ other medical supplies/ interact with client’s
Pharmacy/Pharmacist
Set all medical appointments for clients including medical, dental, and
psychiatric as needed.
Education and counseling for clients and other organizational Client
Care providers on optimal use of medicines (e.g., proper use, avoidance
of overmedication)
Work with Operations on Medication refills
Communicate with the VA, local hospitals, doctor’s offices, urgent
cares, etc.
Communicate with families when release is valid for updates as
needed.
Responsible for all medical records requests from outside providers
while in our care.
Ensure that an adequate supply of medications, supplies, and
equipment is on hand to meet the needs of the clients.
Ensure that narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Narcotic count
must be done between all shifts and after each self-administration of
said medication.
Dispose of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with
federal and state guidelines and company established procedures.
Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure clients are doing well.
Act as a liaison with MD/NP/PA.
Be available for staff regarding questions or issues.
Completion of all client process duties and/or documentation within
timelines:
Responds to all social service needs, requests by physicians, legal
issues, and family needs.
Required documentation in chart according to policy timelines.
Skills will be measured by management through regular routine
quantitative and qualitative chart audits. Chart audits will reflect
appropriate content and timeline benchmarks of completion.
Updates to family and/or referral sources (as allowed via client
consents).
Crisis Intervention
Observe, evaluate and report on behavior, attitudes, general emotional
stability clients and their family members to help assist in treatment
planning/discharge planning by assessing social needs of individual
clients including referrals to outside providers after transition to
outpatient therapy.
Will be provided performance evaluations to measure performance
areas. Inability to meet performance expectations will result in specific,
short term performance enhancement action plans with a timeline to
improve. Below average rating in employee performance will result in
progressive disciplinary action up to and including termination of
employment.
The job duties listed above should not be construed as an exhaustive list of
all job duties required. Other duties will be assigned as need arises and
according to programmatic need.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess, as a minimum, an LVN license Must possess a current,
unencumbered, active license to practice in California.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English
language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when
circumstances warrant.
Must be knowledgeable of medical practices and procedures, as well as
laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to residential treatment
care.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to
work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must be able to communicate/relate information concerning client's
status with family members.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the
position.
Must have treatment experience with strong professional references
attesting to high degree of clinical sophistication.
Trained to independently diagnose and treat mental health and
substance abuse problems
Current certification in First Aid/CPR
Advanced knowledge of HIPAA and CFR 42 Requirements
Valid California Driver’s License