Primary responsibilities:
· Daily follow-up with to monitor all resident health concerns.
· Administration of medications and vaccinations as requested by the physician or psychiatrist.
· Complete nursing assessments, Aims and ensure HCAs are completed.
· Follows the verbal order procedure.
· Administration of first aid as needed.
· Provides care as ordered by physicians.
· Monthly diabetic foot evaluations.
· Assists with coordination of resident psychiatric, medical, dental, and optical appointments as needed.
· Performs DMA and initial medical classroom training.
· Educates DCS on the use of scales, PB monitor, O2 use, thermometer, stethoscope, glucometer, wheelchair, and hospital bed equipment.
· Participates in medial rotation.
· Assists with development and revisions of medical policies and procedures.
· Assists in the destruction of controlled substances as outlined by DEA guidelines.
· Responsible for triaging medical concerns.
· Audits the use of Quickmar and Nextstep Programs.
· Monitors physical health issues of residents at assigned sites.
· Educates staff regarding infection issues, physical health, and behavioral treatment of residents.
· Coordinates behavioral treatment and physical issues with physician and psychologist.
· When needed, provide input/data/summaries as part of the Infection Control Plan.
· Participate in the influenza campaign and provide data where requested.
· Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Education & Qualifications:
· Valid LPN license in the state of Michigan with a minimum of 2 years’ previous experience.
· Certified by the state of Michigan for TB skin testing.
· Maintains own mandatory training and certification requirements.
· Proven capability of interacting with many disciplines.
· Proven ability to deescalate tough situations.
· Proven ability to be able to provide care as needed.
· Approved by federal, state, and local government entities to work at Beacon.
Physical Job Requirements:
· Potential for physical aggression from residents exists.
· Potential exposure to infectious disease.
· Significant amount of travel required to visit BSLS facilities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Home Health
- Infectious Disease
Standard shift:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Are you willing to travel to various homes in SE Michigan? (Mileage reimbursement eligible)
Experience:
- mental health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person