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Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psychiatric Technician
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National Psychiatric Care and Rehabilitation Services
Manteca, CA (In Person)
Full-Time
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Job Summary Administers general medical and psychiatric care to facility residents while assisting in the medication administration procedure and monitoring residents for potential medication side effects. Applies practical nursing techniques and standard practices General Accountabilities Assists in the coordinating, scheduling and oversight of medical treatment for all facility residents including the including providing support during the admission process and initiation of appropriate healthcare referrals Collaborates with Program Director, Administrator and Psychiatrist to ensure that healthcare requirements for residents are met. Assists in the implementation of activities and functions associated with ordering, monitoring and handling of medications including but not limited to Physician's Orders and vital signs. Administers medication and monitors patients for potential medication side effects. Exercises judgement and skills in recognizing basic symptoms indicative of patient adverse reactions and consults with supervisor and/or alerts medical staff. Follows Physician's Orders while monitoring patients and reporting to Psychiatrist as needed. Assisting in the interpretation and application of Physician's Orders. Administers or assists staff in administering triage. Maintains and manages medical and psychiatric records in and organized and timely fashion so as to meet the standards of care, accreditation, resident care needs and licensing requirements. Completes all documentation including but not limited to incident reports and progress notes. Supports staff in addressing resident's healthcare concerns. Provides supervision of Mental Health Workers. Participates in required in-service education Other duties as assigned