Licensed Practical Nurse

DescriptionPosition Summary : The nurse is responsible for providing education to youth / adolescents, adults, and guardians regarding mental health services, systems, medications, and side effects.

The nurse will also act as a liaison between the Agency and various organizations (e.g. pharmacies, primary care) within the community.

This position functions within the outpatient mental health clinic.Major Responsibilities / Activities : Meet with clients receiving services from the clinic psychiatric provider to collect vital signs, weights, review medication benefits and side effectsAssure there are informed consents for medicationsProvide any information necessary for the proper dispensing of medication at home, and when needed, at schoolCommunicate any medication, behavioral or primary health concerns to psychiatric provider, guardian (as applicable) and client's therapistDocument any concerns in the client's chart and monitor as neededComplete prior authorizations with insurance companies to ensure clients receive appropriate medications as determined by the psychiatric providerReturn phone calls from pharmacies to clarify questions regarding scripts, refills, and other inquiriesReview all Laboratory test results and discuss any concerns with the psychiatric providerWork collaboratively with mental health therapists regarding behavioral health concerns and outcomesEnsure completion of appropriate documentation in all clients' charts as deemed appropriateDemonstrates appropriate communication skills, both written and verbalMust participate in various program committees i.

e. Special Incident Review, Case Conferences, and Consumer Advisory as necessaryShows respect and courtesy in all interactions and communication internal or external to AgencyInterest, knowledge, and support for the Agency’s mission, values and philosophyProblem solving and conflict resolution skills in both organizational and interpersonal mattersSupports and communicates with supervisor and coworkers in a cooperative mannerMust maintain and submit all of the required documents and comply with all aspects of the Vehicle Safety and Usage PolicyModels and practices sensitivity, fair treatment and acceptance of diversity in all interpersonal interactionsParticipates and contributes to program Quality Improvement processMinimum Requirements : Spanish speaking preferredL.

P.N. from a recognized accredited school of nursingTwo years of nursing experience is preferredAbility to relate well to children and other staff membersSchedule : Monday : 8 : 30am - 5 : 30pmTuesday : 8 : 30am - 5 : 00pmWednesday : 8 : 30am - 5 : 30pmThursday : 8 : 30am - 2 : 00pmFriday : 8 : 30am - 3 : 30pmCompetitive Pay Rate of $23 per hourCFS offers full-time employees the below benefits to support our employees and their families and help to create a healthy work environment.

Paid Time Off (PTO) 20 PTO Days (25 Days After Five Years of Employment) 14 Paid Holidays (includes 2 flex holidays) Bereavement : Four Paid Days Paid Jury DutyEmployer Paid Life InsuranceMedical, Two Plan OptionsDental, Two Plan OptionsVision InsuranceWellness Program and IncentivesHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Quarterly Employer-ContributionsHealthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Dependent Care FSAEmployee Referral BonusQualifying Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)403(b) Right Away and Employer-Contributions After Two Years (1000 hours each year)Diversity Statement : Within our agency and in the communities that we serve, C&FS is committed to diversity and inclusion with race equity at the center.

Every day we work to promote safety, health, and wellness. We will not stop until Black, indigenous and people of color are free from racism and experience peace, prosperity and well-being.

Child & Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer : Child & Family Services provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran or familial status, or genetics.

In addition to federal law requirements, Child & Family Services complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)