PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS
Obtain medical histories and provide medical screening
Monitors changes in the health status, including but not limited to vital signs, weights, nutritional
needs, and other medical condition states
Administer prescribed medications as directed by Provider and document appropriately / accurately on
Manage the medication room (i.e. carts, Pyxis etc.)
Perform chart checks each shift and document all medication errors according to agency policy and
notify the Charge / Lead Nurse, Provider and Nurse Manager
Complete daily charting for LPN (i.e. Progress note, CIWA, COWS)
Respond appropriately to crisis situations that may involve physical intervention including the use of
seclusion / restraint
Assists in the coordination and implementation of discharge plans to outside community agencies and
providers
Follow-up on medical concerns by providing direct nursing services to clients
Monitors with or without observation, withdrawal complications, possible medication side effects and
emerging symptoms of mental illness
Provides health education to groups and / or individuals
Maintains up to date, well documented medical records in compliance with state and program
requirements
Participates in treatment team meetings as a member of the multidisciplinary team
Demonstrates competency for Blood Glucose Monitoring, Alcohol Breathalyzer, Urine Drug Screen,
Pregnancy Test, and PPD skin tests
Monitors and documents all ordered labs, screenings, and results such as PPD, Blood Glucose, UA,
RPR, Blood Chem, and CBC
Perform safe phlebotomy practices when collecting blood
Addresses medication issues with clients when necessary and provides proper education and
guidance
Accurately transcribe all verbal and written orders by the Provider (i.e. NP / MD / PA)
Perform all administrative duties as required
Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Licensed Practical Nurse with a current Alabama Nursing license
Two years’ experience working with serious mental illness and / or substance use populations
preferred
Familiarity with psychotropic and neuroleptic drugs, their uses as well as potential side effects
Valid American Red Cross CPR / First Aid certification
Valid Alabama driver’s license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES :
Knowledge of the seriously mentally ill and substance use population
Knowledge of special needs and behavioral characteristics of the seriously mentally ill and / or
substance use adult population
Assessment skills in the areas of physical and mental status
Familiarity with psychotropic and neuroleptic drugs, their uses, and potential side effects
Knowledge and ability to properly administer psychotropic / neuroleptic drugs as ordered by the
prescriber
Knowledge of legal and ethical issues relative to confidentiality of client records and the ability to
interpret and apply them within the scope of the nursing responsibilities
Working knowledge of interviewing techniques and principles
Effective communication skills, written and expressive
Ability and willingness to document activities and maintain records in the electronic health record
Trained in or willing to be trained in crisis intervention, specifically Therapeutic Options