LPN-Youth Residential Facility - Part Time

Pierce County's only Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic: Comprehensive Life Resources is looking for a qualified LPN to join our Youth Residential Treatment facility in Tacoma, WA

Part Time Benefits - Tuition assistance, Continuing Education Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (up to 6 consultations per year), Part time sick and vacation leave, Bereavement Leave, 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Repayment, Life Insurance (voluntary), Long Term Disability (Voluntary)

Scope:

Nursing services will provide behavioral and physical health services to the Pearl Youth Residence. Nurses will work alongside providers and clinical teams to develop treatment criteria and goals. Nursing will assist in assessing medication efficacy and physical assessments. Nursing will arrange and assist with community appointments

Pearl Youth Residency: is one of 5 Children's Long-term Inpatient Programs (CLIP) in the state and we serve youth ages 12-18 who have demonstrated an inability to maintain safety in their home or community.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing and medical services to clients
• Provide education regarding prescribed treatment
• Document in the progress notes the provision of care and the clinical and behavioral observations of clients
• Administer and document medications, adhering to state and program guidelines
• Provide first aid and emergency medical care as needed, following program guidelines
• Transcribe provider orders, following program protocols
• Measure and document client vital signs
• Other duties within the scope of practice as outlined by the Washington State Board of Nursing
• Attend all mandatory meetings
• Maintain licensure, certification and other requirements for the position.
• Observe and assess clients in terms of therapeutic response to medication and the nursing care plan.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living as appropriate
• Assist in monitoring and documenting medical supplies, floor stock, and pharmacy communication.
• Assist in all aspects of the laboratory specimen, collection and throughput.
• Adhere to program’s infection control policy and protocols.
• Plan and lead educational and information groups for clients as assigned.
• Work to ensure effective communication among team members during and between shifts.
• Coordinate with school and staff regarding outside medical appointments and activities.
• Transport and attend medical appointments with residents
• Work with team members to create and contribute to a positive learning environment for all.

Qualifications

• Valid WA State Licensed Practical Nurse, or multi-state or compact licensure
• One year work experience preferred
• Experience or knowledge of psychotropic medications
• Current CPR certification preferred (can be completed upon hire)

Comprehensive Life Resources is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability status, and any other applicable legally protected characteristics and or class.