Licensed Practical Nurse

Ravenwood Health is hiring a full time Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team due to exciting program expansion and our recent merger.

At Ravenwood Health, we are looking for professionals who are Ready to learn, grow, and serve with excellence;
Reliable in their commitment to clients, colleagues, and quality care; and Connected to our mission of building healthier communities through compassion, collaboration, and person-centered support. These qualities reflect the core values that guide our work and define our culture.

When you join Ravenwood Health, you become part of a team that values your professional growth, recognizes your contributions, and empowers you to make a difference every day. Whether you are beginning your career or bringing years of experience, you will find opportunities to learn, lead, and positively influence the lives of those we serve.

If you are seeking more than just a job, if you are looking for meaningful work, supportive teammates, and the opportunity to change lives—we invite you to join Ravenwood Health, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference.

Full Time Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO Package
• Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits
• CEUs, Education and Training:

JOB DESCRIPTION

Summary/Objective

The Nurse for the Pharmacologic Management/MED SOM Program participates with psychiatrists in providing and managing the mental health care needs of Ravenwood Health clients. The Nurse provides nursing services including medication teaching and general health monitoring/screening and helps with coordination of care with other health care providers. Under the supervision of the psychiatrist, the nurse assists with the assessment and ongoing medication management for those clients receiving psychiatric care.

The nurse manages the Central Pharmacy medications and provides organizational support to the program.

• Maintains current clinical competence by participation in appropriate training. In addition, provides the agency of proof of participation in such activities by providing compilation of continuing education credits.
• Maintains an acceptable productivity level (billable services).
• Accepts and documents verbal orders from Ravenwood Psychiatrists.
• Manages all business related to Central Pharmacy.
• Assists the psychiatrists in direct care of patients via providing pre-assessment interviews that is appropriate in connection with nursing activities (under the supervision of Dr. Rodio) and management of Pharm/Management cases.
• Administer medication under the direction of the psychiatrist in accordance with Chapter 4723 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Adheres to agency Policy and Procedure, and HIPAA mandates.
• Participates in the development of the patient’s ISP for those Pharm/Management patient’s only.
• Provides supplemental medication education to patients when indicated.
• Displays professionalism and respect in interactions with patients and staff.
• Reviews Health History Questionnaire forms including nurse recommendations with client and provides additional health referral information as needed.
• Completes and records Second Generation Anti-psychotic measurements on those client’s indicated on a regular basis.
• Performs wellness checks/ health screening’s including Vital Signs, Weight Check, Pain level and records information in clinical record
• Provides direct patient care, evaluates outcomes and adjusts nursing care as indicated to ensure optimal patient care.
• Other duties as required.

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate knowledge and remain current on information pertaining to mental health treatment.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and work independently.
• Is effective in assessing and responding to client’s needs and problems.
• Regularly attends professional staff meetings, coordinating treatment and leadership in order to facilitate the ongoing care psychiatric care of the patient.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills by returning and responding to phone calls or emails within 24 hours and other correspondence in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates good decision making and…