Registered Nurse
Company: Peninsula Behavioral Health, WA
Location: Port Angeles
Posted on: February 23, 2021
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Job Description:
JOB PURPOSE: Provide nursing services according to qualification
and training (RCW 18.79.26) and/or non-nursing services (as
directed) to consumers with chronic mental illness, in outpatient
settings; work within a multi-disciplinary team, assisting clients
to become as independent as possible within the community. SIGNING
BONUS:
$5,000._______________________________________________________________________ESSENTIAL
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:* Participates in screening,
emergency/crisis intervention, and crisis stabilization/outreach
services in the community.* Assists in obtaining medical history,
chief complaint, medication reconciliation, assessing medical
conditions, and making appropriate medical referrals.* As time
permits, participates in other client services which may include
home visits for the purpose of administering medication, monitoring
vital signs, compliance, and side effects for the medications
prescribed by physicians, as well as case management needs as
determined by the treatment team.* Performs Nursing Assessments as
needed, or ordered by a provider, regarding medication concerns,
AIMS, MoCA, EDGs, urine drug screens, and other ordered evaluations
that are performed in house.* Answers patient calls, or delegates
them to appropriate staff for follow up, for medication concerns,
refill requests, and any other medication related questions.*
Teaches and evaluates staff and clients regarding medication
self-administration program.* Provides client services including
clinical observation, administration of medications (oral and IM
injectables), assessing compliance, and monitoring for side
effects.* Responsible for medication monitoring/administration for
an assigned group of patients.* Monitors, administers, and/or
follows up on prescribed medical treatment, medications, and/or
laboratory test in accordance with provider orders.* Accurately
transcribes physicians' orders, maintains records, and completes
documentation in accordance with Agency policy and Washington State
Law.* Take verbal orders from providers, and update the EMR and
prescribing software as needed.* Works in a collegial manner with
all clinical staff and supervisors.* Communicates accurately and
efficiently with outside care providers including pharmacies and
Primary Care Teams.* Maintains a secure medication storage in the
facility, in accordance with applicable WAC's, ass needed.* Stocks
and maintains the emergency medication and first aid kits kept on
premises.* Provides individual and/or group education/training for
patients, families, and staff.* Works closely with Arlene Engle
House (AEH) staff in regards to obtaining medications and answering
medication related questions or concerns for AEH clients.* Works
closely with Clallam County Respite Center (CCRC) staff regarding
admissions to CCRC, providing Medication Observation Records (MOR),
visually verifying accuracy of client medications, and answering
psychiatric medication questions or concerns while clients are
staying at the CCRC.* Although the typical workday is during normal
business hours, some evening and weekend hours may be required.*
Complies with Agency policies and procedures and all applicable
Federal, State, and SBHO laws and regulations.* Maintains
confidentiality of Agency and patient information.* Maintains
familiarity with and handles client information in accordance with
Federal Regulations (42 CFR, Part 2), the Revised Code of
Washington (RCW 71.05.390 and RCW 71.24), and other applicable laws
pertaining to confidentiality of clients and staff information.*
Maintains physical security of confidential materials and assigned
Agency property.* Attends Performance Improvement Meetings on a
regularly scheduled basis.SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:*
Provides support to the Medical Providers through triage,
screening, processing prior authorizations, and answering client
phone calls.* Participates in relevant in-service and professional
training, in accordance with Agency policy and Washington State
Law.* Participates in staffings, staff meetings, and individual
supervision as assigned.* Assists with training of nursing students
as needed.* Observes, assesses, records, and communicates patient
behavior.* Advocates for patients and coordinates services with
other community agencies.* Maintains working relationships with
community and government agencies, other professionals, and the
family members and "significant others" of clients.* Maintains a
safe, hygienic environment for patients.* Tuberculosis (TB) testing
and Urinalysis Drug Screening (UDS) for PBH staff as needed.*
Performs other duties as assigned.PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:* Strong
commitment to working with persons with a mental illness.*
Excellent oral and written communication skills.* Working knowledge
of the administration and documentation of medications.* Attention
to detail.* Ability to interact in a professional manner with
patients and staff alike,* Ability to work independently and be a
self-starter, and to work as a team member.* Ability to manage
crisis effectively.* Familiarity with relevant professional
standards.* Ability to learn new tasks and skills quickly.* Ability
to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.* Good
problem-solving skills.* Enters client records into EMR system
within 24 hours of contact 95% of the time.* Abides with
attendance, punctuality, and professionalism expectations.* Attends
a minimum of 90% of required meetings, staffings, trainings, and
educational opportunities as scheduled.REQUIRED EDUCATION,
LICENSE(S), CERTIFICATION, AND EXPERIENCE:Education: Graduation
from an accredited school of nursing.Experience: One (1) year of
clinical services with limited exceptions.Licensure: Current
licensure as an RN or LPN as issued by Washington State Board of
Nursing.Other: Valid Washington State driver's license and reliable
transportation.PREFERRED ADDITIONAL
CREDENTIALS/EXPERIENCE:Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of
experience as a staff RN or LPN in a mental health or acute care
facility or skilled nursing home; two (2) years of experience
working with chronically mentally ill adults.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND
ABILITIES:Essential:* Age specific knowledge and skills: Must be
able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide
care to patients across the life span.NATURE AND SCOPE:Physical
Demands:* Moderate physical effort (lift/carries up to 25 lbs.)*
Frequent standing/walking.* Occasionally lifts supplies and
equipment.* Required Protective Equipment; maintain Standard
Precautions and uses barriers (gloves, masks, aprons, goggles)
appropriately in all potential exposures to bodily fluids.* Rarely
exposed to clients with aggressive behaviors.Cognitive Skills:*
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to
learn and utilize Agency's EMR.* Willingness to work as a team
member.* Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.*
Working knowledge of the administration of medications.* Attention
to detail.* Ability to manage crises effectively.Working
Environment:* May be exposed to infections and contagious
diseases.* Occasionally exposed to patients exhibiting assaultive
behaviors.* Clean, well-lighted and ventilated office.Working
Demands:* Frequent pressure due to schedule demands.* Contact with
patients under a wide variety of circumstances.* Subject to varying
and unpredictable situations.* Handles emergency or crisis
situations.* May be subject to long, irregular hours.Principal
Challenges:* Working collaboratively with clients, other employees,
and multiple community referral sources.* Ensuring safety of
clients at all times
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