Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing support services to outpatient behavioral health, psychiatric, and integrated care programs under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Psychiatric Provider, Medical Director, or other qualified healthcare professional. The LPN assists with medication management, health monitoring, client education, care coordination, provider support, and documentation to promote quality client care and positive health outcomes.
Education, Experience, and Skills Required:
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the State of Minnesota.
- Preferred experience in behavioral health, psychiatry, or community mental health settings.
- Certification in CPR and First Aid.
- Knowledge of medication administration and common psychiatric medications.
- Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.
- Proficiency with electronic health records and standard computer applications.
Essential Functions:
- Nursing and Clinical Support
- Performs all duties in accordance with ElevaCare policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and licensing regulations.
- Obtains and documents vital signs, health histories, medication information, and other clinical information as directed.
- Assists psychiatric providers with outpatient appointments, including obtaining client information, rooming clients, preparing documentation, and carrying out provider orders within scope of practice.
- Administers medications and treatments as authorized and within the LPN scope of practice.
- Monitors clients for medication effectiveness, side effects, adverse reactions, or changes in health status and reports findings to the Registered Nurse and prescribing provider.
- Assists with laboratory coordination, medication refills, prior authorizations, and provider communications.
- Documents nursing services, observations, interventions, and client responses in the electronic health record.
- Client Care and Education
- Provides education to clients and families regarding medications, health conditions, treatment recommendations, wellness practices, and follow-up care.
- Supports client engagement in treatment and assists clients in accessing needed healthcare services.
- Assists clients in coordinating care with pharmacies, primary care providers, specialists, hospitals, and community resources.
- Participates in case consultation meetings, team meetings, and organizational trainings.
- Assists with implementation of medication management protocols and nursing procedures.
- Supports organizational efforts related to quality improvement, client safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Assists with maintenance of medication records, inventory, and related documentation.
- Supports electronic prescribing workflows and medication-related documentation processes.
- Provides health-related guidance and information to staff consistent with licensure, training, and organizational policy.
- Assists in responding to medical emergencies occurring within agency programs.
- Participates in health-related trainings and staff education activities.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED PHYSICAL ABILITIES:
- Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, hear, and use hands for routine nursing activities.
- Frequently required to travel between ElevaCare locations and community-based service sites.
- May occasionally be required to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, or lift up to 40 pounds.
- Must possess sufficient vision and hearing abilities necessary to safely perform nursing duties.
REQUIRED COMMUNICATION/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively with clients, families, providers, and staff.
- Ability to accurately document medication-related information.
- Ability to prioritize work, solve problems, and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
- Ability to use electronic health record systems and standard software applications.
RESPONSIBILITIES, EXPECTATIONS & STANDARDS:
- Demonstrates commitment to ElevaCare's mission, values, and client-centered approach.
- Maintains strict confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA and other privacy regulations.
- Works collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team.
- Maintains professional licensure and required certifications.
- Complies with all applicable safety, compliance, and regulatory requirements.
- Treats clients, families, coworkers, and community partners with dignity and respect.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- May be exposed to communicable diseases and other healthcare-related risks.
- May encounter individuals experiencing psychiatric symptoms, emotional distress, or behavioral health crises.
- Occasional exposure to outdoor weather conditions while traveling between service locations.
- Work environment typically involves moderate noise levels and frequent interaction with clients and staff.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS: The individual must be able to work the hours specified above. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, so long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.