Masonicare
License practical nurse - care medical / unit
Masonicare, Wallingford, Connecticut, us, 06495
LPN Behavioral Health Nurse (EVENING SHIFT)
Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital – Wallingford, CT
Evening Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW
**This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit** The Behavioral Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to emotionally disturbed and/or mentally ill patients for Behavioral Health. Works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in treatment plans for patients; and to perform related work. Practices Evidence-Based nursing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: # Assumes the professional responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients including: # Medication/Treatment Administration # Teaching # Supervision of all nursing staff to assure implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
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# Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history. Performs ongoing and systematic assessments utilizing the nursing process to establish a comprehensive goal directed interdisciplinary plan.
# Plans and provides nursing care for patients. # Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure that treatment is appropriate to meet the age, needs and abilities of resident/patient and unit needs.
# Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arranges further medical attention when necessary. # Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment. # Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. # Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain. # Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician’s written orders. # Maintains patient confidentiality. # Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. # Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system. # Provides courteous, high quality service to patients and members of the public by personally responding to requests for service or making appropriate referral.
# Supervises the care provided by CNAs & LPNs assuring adherence to the plan of care, resident profile, policies and procedures.
# Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory programs.
# Participates in quality improvement activities as directed.
# Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
# Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. BSN Preferred. Experience: Minimum one year clinical experience, preferably in an acute and/or Behavioral Health capacity. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut, in good standing
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Masonicare Behavioral Health Hospital – Wallingford, CT
Evening Shift / 24hrs/wk / EOW
**This role will work on a 50 bed Behavioral Health Hospital Unit** The Behavioral Health Nurse provides professional nursing care to emotionally disturbed and/or mentally ill patients for Behavioral Health. Works with clinical and case management staff to coordinate care and assist in treatment plans for patients; and to perform related work. Practices Evidence-Based nursing.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: # Assumes the professional responsibility and accountability for a group of residents/patients including: # Medication/Treatment Administration # Teaching # Supervision of all nursing staff to assure implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan.
#
# Conducts intake assessments through interviews with patients and relatives to gather case history. Performs ongoing and systematic assessments utilizing the nursing process to establish a comprehensive goal directed interdisciplinary plan.
# Plans and provides nursing care for patients. # Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents/patients, families, colleagues and other members of the interdisciplinary team to assure that treatment is appropriate to meet the age, needs and abilities of resident/patient and unit needs.
# Administers and notes reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications. Arranges further medical attention when necessary. # Assists the client in understanding the nature of emotional disturbances and accepting the need for treatment. # Assists in maintaining a safe and secure environment for staff and patients. # Tests for vital signs of pain and ensures treatments of pain. # Documents all patient information on medical charts and follows physician’s written orders. # Maintains patient confidentiality. # Maintains accurate records and documentation of patient treatments, immunizations and laboratory results according to standard medical recordkeeping. # Performs administrative assignments such as filing, answering phones, typing, and completing progress notes in the computer system. # Provides courteous, high quality service to patients and members of the public by personally responding to requests for service or making appropriate referral.
# Supervises the care provided by CNAs & LPNs assuring adherence to the plan of care, resident profile, policies and procedures.
# Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge. Attends all annual mandatory programs.
# Participates in quality improvement activities as directed.
# Follows standards of the Diligent Minimal Lift Program.
# Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduate of accredited school of nursing. BSN Preferred. Experience: Minimum one year clinical experience, preferably in an acute and/or Behavioral Health capacity. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut, in good standing
#rnbehavioralhealth