Working knowledge of psychiatric disorders in adult populations
Demonstrated knowledge of general and psychiatric nursing care
Effective knowledge of adult consumers as related to all intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical aspects of their development
Demonstrated knowledge of behavior management, crisis intervention, and interventions common to acute psychiatric consumers as well as to non-violent crisis intervention practice.
Knowledge of instruction and teaching tools appropriate to adultpopulations.
Effective knowledge of effects and treatment of physical, sexual, and emotional abuse and neglect issues.
Knowledge of cultural diversity
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
Completion of themedication monitoringprocess for consumers including: Documentation of current symptoms, behaviors, medication response, medication side effects, Medication List, vital signs abdominal girth, height/weight, and AIMS
Observes consumers' behavior in clinic and documents for psychiatrist review
Provides direct nursing care, as indicated.
Coordinates "shot clinic", giving injections as prescribed and making arrangements for any consumer who fails to present for their medication
Coordinates the MD and/or CRNP schedule to ensure consumers are seen expeditiously in the clinic
Collects a list of all medication, psychiatric and over-the-counter, with each visit to the clinic. Posts all medication orders to the medication logs.
Administers medications, oral and injectable, observing the Seven Rights of medication administration. Documents appropriately on the consultation form or IM medication flow sheet. Checks record of allergies before administering medications.
Communicates effectively with physician and CRNP regarding the consumer's physical and mental condition
Provides medication education for consumer and family, including uses and potential side effects. Monitors consumers for potential side effects of medications and reports findings to the physician and CRNP.
Contacts laboratory, requests and monitor results, and reports all abnormal findings to the physician
Provides emergency care as needed
Has ability to recognize elements of a crisis state and knows how to deescalate or resolve situation.
Adheres to professional code of ethics
Complete QI reports as indicated when errors are identified
Respects consumer's privacy and confidentiality
Treats consumers with care, dignity, and compassion
Support Organizational Code of Conduct, Standards Compliance, HIPAA, and Security Programs.
Maintain the confidential nature of all consumer and Organization related activities by not divulging information outside the facility.
Adhere to attendance and punctuality policy by allowing adequate time to arrive, clock-in, and assume responsibilities at designated time.
Comply with all standards related to safety and health.
Identify opportunities for improving the quality of services provided by the department and the organization.
All other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Must possess a current LPN license to practice in the state of Alabama
Experience in mental health setting preferred
Basic knowledge of medical terminology in psychiatric care required
Familiarity with psycho-pharmacy and the use of psychotropic medications with the adult population preferred
ValidAlabama Driver's License and withgood driving record as defined by Indian Rivers policy.
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