LVN/LPT - Mental Health 105

Sage House is a licensed 16-bed mental health rehabilitation center (MHRC) serving San Mateo County residents, 18-59, with long histories of mental illness and multiple episodes of acute psychiatric hospitalization.

 

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

We exist to help people with mental impairments realize their full potential. 

 

MISSION STATEMENT

Telecare will deliver and manage excellent services and systems of care for persons with serious mental illness.

 

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician provides services related to the safe and appropriate administration of medical treatment (including medications) as prescribed by the physician.  The LVN/LPT provides documentation to the Treatment Team of response to treatment and notifies all parties of clinical changes of condition.

 

Shifts Available: 

Full-Time | AM | Shifts: 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Days: Wednesday - Saturday

Expected starting wage is $34.38. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire. 

Telecare applies geographic differentials to its pay ranges.  The pay range assigned to this role will be based on the geographic location from which the role is performed.  Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of experience in psychiatric nursing in a skilled nursing facility or an acute hospital is preferred.  Graduation from an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Psychiatric Technician program, and current licensure by the State of California are also required.  A valid CPR Certificate is also required.  Necessary skills include a demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment, knowledge of psychotropic medications and knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health services in the State of California. Current knowledge of recovery philosophy and psychiatric rehabilitation strongly preferred. Applicant must be finger printed and receive clearance from Criminal Justice Department.

 

KEY RESULT AREAS

MISSION, VALUES AND BELIEFS

• Demonstrates the Telecare mission, purpose, values and beliefs in everyday language and contact with clients, the public and other staff members.

 

QUALITY AND QUANTITY OF WORK

• Provides safe, effective and efficient implementation of direct care in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with clients.
• Attends and participates in community meetings and groups.
• Monitors the activities and documentation of the MHW’s on the assigned unit.
• Coordinates and participates in counting medications and giving report at the beginning and end of each shift.
• Coordinates admission of new clients by designating the admitting MHW. Completes the admission documentation including the problem list and the I.D. note.
• Coordinates discharges by ensuring that discharge orders are written, and that discharge medication and clothing are given to the client. Completes the  appropriate documentation.
• Transcribes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Administers medication and treatments to clients.
• Receives and presents change of shift report.
• Monitors the monthly recap of physician orders, medication record and treatment records.
• Reviews all medical and psychological reports. Informs the physician and nursing administrator of any abnormalities found in the clients’ condition or laboratory reports.
• Completes the twenty-four hour Client Report each shift.

 

TEAM MEMBER PARTICIPATION

• Participates as a team member and provides input via reporting observations, concerns and asking appropriate questions.
• Reviews and implements client treatment plans.
• Actively participates in multidisciplinary team meetings and treatment planning meetings.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Professional Assault Response Training (PART) techniques.
• Keeps the supervisor informed of client behavior and condition. Notifies the supervisor of those clients who are clinical management concerns.

 

ASSESSMENT

• Observes, records and reports client social, medical and psychiatric behavior.

 

JUDGMENT, DECISION MAKING AND INITIATIVE

• Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of equipment and supplies.
• Promotes and assists clients in developing self‑help skills.

 

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS

• Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationships with all members of the team; responds to co‑workers with concern and promotes group morale.

 

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT

• Continually focuses on assigned tasks and seeks and implements improvements.
• Understands and demonstrates the safety program in all activities.
• Protects clients from behavior that could damage themselves or others.
• Practices universal precautions at all times.

 

CUSTOMER AND COMMUNITY RELATIONS

• Demonstrates a knowledge of Telecare’s customers including clients, families and governmental agencies in all interactions and conduct.
• Acts in a professional manner, always demonstrating respect and understanding of the community and neighborhood when representing Telecare in the community.

 

PLANNING AND TIME UTILIZATION

• Completes and follows through with tasks and assignments, meeting expected deadlines.

 

ATTENDANCE AND RELIABILITY

• Understands and demonstrates knowledge of all policies associated with attendance.

 

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Attends all assigned in‑service education classes.
• Role models excellent professional practice.
• Always dresses appropriately and professionally.

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Rarely 0% to 1%

Infrequently 2% to 5%

Occasionally 6% to 33%

Frequently 34% to 66%

Constantly 67% to 100%

 

• Constant sitting and standing 8 hours per day.
• Occasional to frequent bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, turning, and squatting.
• Occasional pushing up to 50 pounds for 170 feet. (length of hall)
• Occasional pulling up to 50 pound medication carts and possible wheel chairs for short distances.
• Occasional lifting from floor to overhead, or floor to waist.
• Occasional carrying of objects and materials weighing less than 25 pounds.
• Occasional carrying of clients 80 pounds to 300+ pounds. Other employees normally assist; however, lift and carry is normally not aided by mechanical device.
• Infrequent overhead reaching 10-25 pounds.
• Constant small motor and hand skills necessary to perform writing tasks and other simple grasping operations.
• Occasional fine manipulation needed to administer injections.
• Occasional power grip and hand twisting required in both hands for clutching and grasping; to seize or hold firmly.
• Normal or corrected near and far vision, in addition to non-inhibiting color vision. May read constantly for short durations throughout the day.
• Constant/Talking/Hearing/Smelling throughout the work day and must be alert to client condition and environmental situations.

 

Duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted and/or changed at the discretion of management.

 

SUPERVISOR: Head Nurse/Unit Supervisor

(Circle appropriate supervisor)