Provide consultation regarding medications prescribed to clients by external healthcare providers.
Review medication information with clinical staff to ensure understanding of:
medication purpose and classification
potential side effects
contraindications
monitoring considerations
Support staff in recognizing and responding to potential medication-related concerns or side effects.
Provide periodic staff education and training related to medications commonly used within the client population.
Serve as a resource to the clinical team regarding general medication safety and wellness considerations.
LPN Supervision
Provide clinical supervision and oversight for the program s Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Review and approve clinical procedures conducted by the LPN within the scope of the program s services.
Provide guidance regarding health monitoring, medication administration procedures, and client wellness checks.
Crisis Safety Oversight
Provide medical oversight related to time-limited physical restraint orders used during behavioral crises when clients present with:
high levels of self-injurious behavior
aggression toward others
Review and approve restraint orders completed by the LPN when necessary to ensure client safety.
Ensure procedures align with program policy, clinical standards, and applicable regulations.
Client Health Monitoring Support
Provide guidance regarding wellness checks conducted by the LPN during behavioral crisis interventions.
Review procedures for monitoring clients placed in restraints, including:
vital signs
15-minute wellness checks
documentation standards
Compliance and Best Practices
Support the organization in maintaining safe and ethical medical consultation practices.
Assist in reviewing and updating policies related to:
medication consultation
crisis safety procedures
health monitoring protocols
Collaborate with program leadership to ensure services meet relevant state, clinical, and regulatory standards.
Skills:
" Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Ohio Active, unrestricted license in good standing (Required - 1+ years)
" Experience working with behavioral health, developmental disabilities, pediatrics, or community mental health populations (Desired)
" Strong knowledge of common psychiatric and behavioral health medications (Desired)
" Ability to provide consultation and clinical training to interdisciplinary teams (Desired)
Education:
Master s Degree - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) (Required)
Bachelor s Degree - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (Required)