LPN - Mt. Vernon (ACT)
full-time•Mount Vernon
About this role
Our dedicated front line staff are out in the field making it happen on a daily basis. Our administration staff play a key role in supporting our frontline staff by giving them the resources and tools they need to be successful. Whether Finance, HR, IT, or Quality Assurance is your game, you’ll be supporting our agency to be able to provide the best programs and services possible. You’ll get to work in a supportive, creative culture with many benefits.
LOCATION: Mount Vernon, NY
SALARY: $33.00/hr
HOURS: Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm) with a requirement to take on call shifts one week at a time.
Our Assertive Community Treatment (“ACT”) program is looking for an LPN to provide health assessments and treatment throughout the community.
Primary responsibilities:
- Administers long acting injectable medication and supports clients with medication adherence.
- Coordinates laboratory services and reports.
- Documents all services and progress notes in electronic health record.
- Implements treatment plans, revising and updating as necessary, in collaboration with the ACT team.
- Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the client.
- Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and supplies weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs. to and from patient homes/care facilities, TGCW offices and other locations.
- Supports program RN in managing all aspects of the psycho-pharmacological treatment of ACT clients, in collaboration with, and under the direction of, the ACT MD.
- Carries a caseload, and provides general case management services in addition to any specialized services needed by clients.
- Provides nursing care in accordance with Agency policies, practices, procedures, Standards of Nursing Practice, and Assertive Community Treatment Program guidelines.
- Provides a range of treatment, rehabilitation, and support services.
- Provides any of the following services to clients: advocacy, wellness self-management, harm reduction treatment, monitoring of mental status, emotional support, counseling, family based interventions and crisis intervention.
- Makes appropriate community referrals for services as required such as referring clients to community physicians and maintaining contact with primary care providers.
- Supports RN with developing and leading health education classes on topics such as diabetes, heart disease, substance use, asthma, nutrition, wellness, medication self-management, etc.
- Assists clients when necessary by escorting them or arranging for escort to appointments and interviews.
- Coordinates with pharmacies to ensure timely delivery of medication to the ACT office or the client’s home.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONAL / ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT:
- Takes on call shifts, available to respond to calls to the ACT emergency phone 24/7 during week-long shift.
- Maintains productivity sufficient to meet ACT Team standards.
- Maintains records in accordance with OMH and agency record keeping standards.
- Supports RN with ordering and storing medical supplies.
- Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, clinical supervision, and staff development trainings
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- LPN license is required
- HS Diploma or Associates degree is required
- 1 year of experience of providing direct services related to treatment and recovery of individuals with serious mental illness
- Knowledge of electronic health record
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS:
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
The Guidance Center of Westchester (TGCW) is an equal opportunity employer.
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Other facts
Tech stack
LPN License,Health Assessments,Medication Administration,Case Management,Electronic Health Record,Community Referrals,Health Education,Client Advocacy,Crisis Intervention,Treatment Plans,Psycho-Pharmacological Treatment,Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration,Documentation,Support Services,Transportation of Medical Supplies,Client Support
About Access: Supports for Living
Rewarding Lives. Healthy Communities.
Welcome to an agency that is passionate about supporting the families and communities of the Hudson Valley.
We have been evolving services for people facing the challenges of disability and mental illness for over 58 years.
Today ...we offer a broad range of programs and touch thousands of lives every week. Yet we always work hard to focus on the needs and potentials of one person at a time.
Our many and varied services are all focused on one goal: helping people with challenges live the fullest life possible.
We believe each of us is entitled to a voice in establishing our own life goals and strive to treat each person we assist as a partner.
We are committed to making a positive difference in the communities where we live and work.
Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Website: http://www.accesssupports.org
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Industry: Non-profit Organizations
Founding Year: 1963
What you'll do
- The LPN will provide health assessments and treatment throughout the community, administer medications, and support clients with medication adherence. They will also document services, implement treatment plans, and provide case management services.
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