LVN​/LPT PM - Mental Health

Position Overview

Telecare Corporation – La Casa Mental Health Rehabilitation Center (MHRC) is a 190‑bed program providing assistance to adults 18 and older.

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

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

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 Medical Director and Treatment Team of response to treatment and notifies all parties of clinical changes of condition.

Sign On Bonus: $5,000

Full‑Time | PM |

Shifts:

3:00 PM – 11:30 PM | Days:
Monday – Friday and Saturday &Sunday

Expected starting wage range is $27.58. 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.

• 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 license by the State of California is required.
• A valid CPR Certificate is required.
• Demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness, Psychiatric Rehabilitation principles, knowledge of psychotropic medications and knowledge of the laws and regulations governing the delivery of mental health services in the State of California.
• Applicant must receive clearance from the Department of Justice.

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 MHWs on the assigned wing.
• 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 .
• Coordinates discharges by ensuring 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 treatment 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 client's condition or laboratory reports.
• Completes the twenty‑four hour Supervisors Report and the Charge Nurse's 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).
• 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…