Medical consultant, LPN​/LVN

Clinical Consultation on Medications

Provide consultation regarding medications prescribed to clients by external healthcare providers.

Review medication information with clinical staff to ensure understanding of:medication purpose and classification potential side effectscontraindicationsmonitoring considerations

Support staff in recognizing and responding to potential medication-related concerns or side effects.

Provide periodic staff education and training related to medications commonly used within the client population.

Serve as a resource to the clinical team regarding general medication safety and wellness considerations.

Provide clinical supervision and oversight for the program’s Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).Review and approve clinical procedures conducted by the LPN within the scope of the program’s services.

Provide guidance regarding health monitoring, medication administration procedures, and client wellness checks.

Provide medical oversight related to time-limited physical restraint orders used during behavioral crises when clients present with:high levels of self-injurious behavior aggression toward others

Review and approve restraint orders completed by the LPN when necessary to ensure client safety.

Ensure procedures align with program policy, clinical standards, and applicable regulations.

Provide guidance regarding wellness checks conducted by the LPN during behavioral crisis interventions.

Review procedures for monitoring clients placed in restraints, including:vital signs
15-minute wellness checks documentation standards

Support the organization in maintaining safe and ethical medical consultation practices.

Assist in reviewing and updating policies related to:medication consultation crisis safety procedures health monitoring protocols

Collaborate with program leadership to ensure services meet relevant state, clinical, and regulatory standards.