Minimum of one year nursing experience, preferably in psych or chemical dependence
Good communication skills
Basic computer literacy
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care and assess their conditions
Complete documentation promptly, including nursing assessments and M.D. orders
Administer medication and monitor vital signs
Participate in treatment planning and staff meetings
Train technical staff on medication protocols and monitoring
Educate patients and families about medications and health issues
Monitor supplies and inform the Facility Manager of needs
Benefits
PTO, Sick, and Holiday leave
Complimentary on-site lunch prepared by chefs
Supportive and beautiful working environment
Recognized as a certified Great Place to Work by employees
Full Job Description
Essential Functions:
Direct patient care and assessment; including the reporting of observed changes in mental status and/or physical condition, response to emergencies, and safety risks
Completes documentation in an efficient and timely manner, including nursing assessments, transcription of M.D.s' phone orders
Knowledge of medication administration records, vital sign monitoring
Attendance and participation in terms of treatment planning and professional staff meetings
Call in medications to pharmacy and pick up
Provides in service training to technical staff on medications, documentation, and monitoring of vital signs
Provides ongoing patient education on all aspects of medications and other health issues including hygiene
Monitors supplies and reports needs to Facility Manager
Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and educational support to patients and families
Resolves patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures
Maintains continuity among nurses by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to weekend nurse
Knowledge of:
Psychiatric medications and their side effects
Basic first aid and life-saving skills
Ability to:
Speak with clients and parents in a compassionate and patient manner
Maintain professional boundaries with clients and staff
Assess emergency situations and delegate responsibilities to staff
Work with a multi-disciplinary team
Exercise independent judgment and leadership, analyze situations accurately and take effective action
Make decisions and handle difficult situations with tact and professionalism
Requirements:
Valid California Nursing License LVN/LPT
Current CPR/ BLS card
Minimum of one year experience as a working nurse. Psych or chemical dependence background preferred
Good communication skills and basic computer literacy
This is a Temp (2 months) Full-time, onsite position. Payrate: $80,000 - 85,000 Benefits:
PTO, Sick, and Holidays
Free on-site lunch made by our wonderful Chefs!
Supportive and beautiful home environment
Our employees voted us as a certified Great Place to Work
