Title: Licensed Psychiatric Technician/Licensed Vocational Nurse ($3,000 Hiring Incentive)
Classification: Non-Exempt
Actual offers will be determined by the candidate's creditable years of experience in conjunction with internal equity considerations and based on the organization's current compensation practices.
Job Code: 288
Job Summary
Works within the vision, mission and philosophy of the agency. Is responsible for the general medical and psychiatric care of youth. Applies practical nursing techniques and follows standard practices in caring for youth including recognizing typical patterns or symptoms.
Essential Duties
1 Assists the staff Registered Nurse (RN) and Psychiatrist in the implementation of nursing processes in the agency, implementing youth's medical treatment plan and medication orders.
2. Coordinates, schedules, and oversees all pediatric medical treatment of youth within programs.
3. Admits and discharges youth, including completing health assessments using body charts, monthly vital signs, physical assessments, and determines physiological status.
4. Monitors and implements the systems of care delivery for pediatric nursing / medical activities and pharmacological care.
5. Schedules medical, dental and laboratory appointments considering medical requirements, service and transportation schedules.
6. Schedules external psychiatric appointments and follows-up as delegated by attending psychiatrist.
7. Follows Medical Doctors (MD) orders, oversees, evaluates, and implements all activities and functions around ordering, monitoring, documenting and the handling of medications.
8. Maintains and manages the medical and psychiatric records and Protected Health Information (PHI) in an organized and timely manner, so as to meet the standards of care, accreditation, licensing requirements, and patient care needs.
9. Collaborates with the multidisciplinary teams, organizes and provides education to staff, parent and youth regarding health, safety, psychiatric and medication issues.
10. Is available on an on-call basis after hours and on weekends to respond to special needs of youth, including psychiatric emergencies with appropriate intervention.
11. Exercises judgment in recognizing basic symptoms indicative of adverse medication reactions; consults with supervisor and/or alerts medical staff. Monitors medications for potential medication side effects.
12. Attends committees, team and staff meetings.
13. Employee is required to meet applicable productivity and documentation requirements
OTHER DUTIES
14. Driving to appointments with clients and their families or other key contacts
15. Physical interactions with children of variable ages such as, but not limited to, games, sports and other activities
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All employees are responsible for keeping job requirements up to date. This can include but are not limited to certifications, licensure, and maintaining a clear criminal record.
Education Requirements
Completion of a prescribed course of study and training in a school accredited by the Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technicians of the State of California, and received a license through the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technician Examiners (LVN/LPT) required.
Experience Requirements
One (1) year clinical experience required.
Licensing/Certification Requirements
• First Aid/CPR Certification required.
• License through the California Board of Vocational Nursing and Psychiatric Technician Examiners (LVN/LPT) required.
Other Specific Requirements
• Must pass Department of Justice (DOJ), Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI), and Child Abuse Index Check (CAIC) background clearance.
• Valid California Driver's license with two years experience driving and clean driving record may be required.
Work Environment/Conditions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
In addition this position requires sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, and kneeling.
Employee Statement of Understanding
I have read and understand the job description for my position. I am able to perform all of the essential functions of this position. I agree to successfully complete all required training indicated for this position. I agree to keep all of my required certifications and licenses current and up to date and provide proper documentation of the same to the Human Resources Department. I agree to comply with all Agency policies and procedures. I agree to comply with the agency compliance plan and all laws, rules, regulations and standards of conduct relating to my position. As an employee, I understand my duty to report any suspected violations of the law or the standards of conduct to my immediate supervisor. As an employee, I will strive to uphold the mission and vision of the organization. All employees are required to adhere to the values in all their interactions with youth and families and fellow employees.