Nurse - LPN Youth

Purpose:

The purpose of the RN/LPN – Medication Services position is to provide

direct nursing services, mental health assessments and treatment to children and families.

Accountabilities:

• Provide assessments and crisis interventions.
• Provide medical case management as needed.
• Assist consumers with psychological, social development and rehabilitation.
• Coordinate medical care and intervention with staff and psychiatrist.
• Coordinate referrals for additional services for clients.
• Monitor consumers’ vital signs.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records consistent with MHCD standards.
• Participate in team meetings, in-services, and supervisory sessions as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Team Coordinator of Medication Clinic.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from accredited school of nursing. Must be licensed as Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Kansas with good standing by the Board of Nursing of the State of Kansas.
• 1-3 years experience working with consumers with a serious emotional disturbance- behaviroal health needs preferred.
• Theoretical and working knowledge of psychotropic medications. Working knowledge of laboratory test results.
• Ability to assess crisis situations and intervene appropriately
• Effective written and verbal communications skills.
• General knowledge of computer technology.
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals with serious emotional disturbance- behavioral health needs preferred.