Med Nurse
Company: Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health & Anaheim Community
Location: Aliso Viejo
Posted on: August 1, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description Provides direct and indirect client care under
the direction of a registered nurse. Requirements KEY
RESPONSIBILITIES : Provides care appropriate to condition and age
of client including, child, adolescent and adult population.
Ability to perform nursing assessments, under the direct
supervision of a RN, on all clients and reassessments as per
policy. Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes
appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the client and
family regarding pain management. Continuously observes client's
behavior, mental status and activities. Formulates and implements
client treatment plans; family is included when appropriate.
Follows Professional Crisis management procedures accurately when
needed. Knowledgeable of medications including psychotropic drugs
and their correct administration based on the age of the client and
their clinical condition. Education and Licensing: Graduate of an
accredited school of nursing Knowledge and Experience: Minimum of
three (3) years prior experience in patient care services Current
CA License Skills and Abilities: Properly demonstrates the
techniques for searching a room; has a good working knowledge of
the procedures for room searches, and ensures room searches are
conducted on a weekly basis. Follows the unit program and is
familiar with the policies and procedures for the unit. Completes
annual educational requirements and maintains regulatory
requirements. Confers with members of the treatment team for the
benefit of the client. Completes documentation in a timely manner,
organizes information in a logical manner with entries containing
the required information and details. Documentation is legible and
is grammatically correct. Accepts feedback in a positive manner and
applies it to improve performance and further learning. Follows the
five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication
errors. In conjunction with the Lead MHT coordinates and supervises
client care as necessary, under the supervision of a RN.
Coordinates and supervises client care. Performs client care
responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care
for the clients age. Follows all safety procedures; is alert to
changing situations and contributes to preventing opportunities for
danger to develop. Follows safety procedures in a calm manner and
responds quickly when an alarm sounds or a code is announced.
Speaks with authority in a calm and clear voice, uses proper
selection of words and has knowledge of when and how to use them.
Communicates with all customers (family, referral sources,
caseworkers, etc) in a professional manner; is service oriented;
and is courteous, friendly, and empathetic. Exhibits calm and
controlled attitude; does not overreact to allow his/her own
actions to further deteriorate the situation. Answers the telephone
in a professional manner; directs calls appropriately, and takes
messages. Maintains a good working relationship within the
department and with other departments. Physical Requirements :
While performing the duties of this job, this position is
frequently required to do the following: Use standard office
equipment and access, input, and retrieve information from a
computer. Use computer keyboard with manual and finger dexterity
and wrist-finger speed sufficient to perform repetitive actions
efficiently for extended periods of time. Communicate effectively
in person or via telephone in a manner which can be understood by
those with whom the person is speaking, including a diverse
population. Give and follow verbal and written instructions with
attention to detail and accuracy. Perform complex mental functions
and basic arithmetic functions; interpret complex laws,
regulations, and policies; collect, interpret, and/or analyze
complex data and information. Vision: see details of objects at
close range. Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously. Reach
forward, up, down, and to the side. Sit or stand for minimum
periods of one hour at a time and come and go from the work area
repeatedly throughout the day. Lift up to five (5) pounds. Please
keep in mind that our facility will be requiring employees to be
vaccinated for covid. I will need you to supply documentation that
you have been vaccinated Benefits Health Insurance Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance 401k Retirement Plan Healthcare Spending Account
Dependent Care Spending Account Life Insurance (Supplemental Life,
Term and Universal plans are also available) Short and Long-Term
Disability (with additional buy-opportunities
Keywords: Aliso Ridge Behavioral Health & Anaheim Community , Aliso Viejo , Med Nurse, Healthcare , Aliso Viejo, California
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