Mental Health Nurse (LPN) at Primecare

City of Rochester, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Mar, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

02 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Clinical Monitoring, Patient Assessment, Communication, Multi-tasking, Record Keeping, Mental Health Liaison, Documentation, Treatment Coordination

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. is looking for an enthusiastic and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work as the Mental Health Nurse in the Medical Department at the Monroe County Jail located in Rochester, NY. This is a full-time, Monday-Friday position, 8:00am-4:30pm. Hourly rate: $30.00-32.00. Job Responsibilities: The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordinating, and implementing of the mental health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA Standards and PCM policies and procedures. Other responsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. Conducting sick call for patients and provide treatment illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. Medical Director. Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions and progress of inmates/patients and participate in the formulation of the plan of care. Record, retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record. Serve as the PCM mental health liaison between the medical unit, facility staff, and psychiatric/psychological services outside the facility. Facilitates admission and placement of inmates/patients in forensic and community Mental Health facilities. Monitors all psychiatric/psychological services provided. Monitor the standards of care in accordance with NCCHC and accepted psychiatric/psychological standards. Full Job Description: http://www.primecaremedical.com/wp-content/uploads/JD.NY-Licensed-Practical-Nurse.pdf Benefits: Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a Tuition Assistance Program. Requirements Requirements Active LPN license in the state the facility is located Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to multi-task Strong patient assessment skills Ability to communicate effectively Demonstrate clinical competency

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for clinical monitoring and implementing the mental health program in accordance with standards and policies. Additional duties include maintaining records, conducting sick calls, and serving as a liaison for mental health services.