CSC LPN

The individual in this role will serve as the guiding medical health professional at Ozarks Healthcare Crisis Stabilization Center. The focus of OZH-CSC is to provide urgent care psychiatric services to our seven county catchment area. The goals of our center include: rapid access to psychiatric and therapeutic services, development of integrated health services, reduce burden on local ERs and law enforcement for behavioral health crisis, and increase availability of psychiatric beds. The CSC will strive to assist in stabilizing the individual by utilizing both nursing and behavioral supports offered on a time-limited basis. Position: CSC LPN Reports to: CSC Manager Department: 757211 Reviewed Date: 11/2/2022 Status: Pay Grade: Job Code: General summary: what is the purpose of this position? The individual in this role will serve as the guiding medical health professional at Ozarks Healthcare Crisis Stabilization Center. The focus of OZH-CSC is to provide urgent care psychiatric services to our seven county catchment area. The goals of our center include: rapid access to psychiatric and therapeutic services, development of integrated health services, reduce burden on local ERs and law enforcement for behavioral health crisis, and increase availability of psychiatric beds. The CSC will strive to assist in stabilizing the individual by utilizing both nursing and behavioral supports offered on a time-limited basis. Age Groups served: Adult Driving Requirements: Current valid driver license Clear or acceptable motor vehicle record Knowledge and Experience Requirements: Must be able to follow directions Must be able to communicate with nursing and other team members Must be flexible in scheduling and assignments Must prioritize responsibilities Must have some understanding of fiscal responsibility in provision of patient care and scheduling. Education Level: Graduate from LPN school Licenses and/or Certifications Required: Annual Net Learning Current Missouri LPN License Current BLS Annual Competencies Employee is responsible for timely renewal of licenses and certifications Complete SAFE training Communication: Must have the ability to communicate effectively, written and verbally. Employee must have the ability to de-escalate tense and stressful situations Mental Effort: Concentration/Intensity-High (includes prolonged mental effort with limited opportunity for break). Memory-High (Taking into consideration the amount and type of information). Complexity of decision making and time pressure of decision making-high Working Conditions: Mostly in office with occasional mobile response required Rotating on-call schedule Sensory Requirements: Colors Taste of Touch Physical Effort: Light work Frequently Medium work Occasionally, exerting 20-50 pounds of force occasionally. Equipment Used: Phone, computer, fax machine, other basic office equipment Automated Medication Dispensing System Glucometer, Sphygomometer, Dynamed Vital Sign machine, standard office equipment with software emphasis on clinic EMR, weight scale duties and responsibilities List the specific tasks performed in order to accomplish the purpose of the job. Show the approximate percent of time spent on each task. Include both primary and secondary job duties. Maximum of 12. % of time Describe duties performed at periodic intervals, such as weekly, monthly, quarterly, and indicate the frequency. frequency Responsible for coordinating all aspects of pharmacological management services to clients; including: clinical documentation, call for psychiatric consultation, assisting with medications, and monitoring health conditions overseen by CSC Medical Director 35% Coordination and collaboration with CSC Qualified Mental Health Professionals in client admission process and throughout treatment stay 25% Completion of Intake Assessments as needed and allowed within scope of licensure 25% Ensure continuity of care in the provision of services from admission to discharge 15% Maintain a strong working relationship with all CSC staff, striving to promote a team working environment - Promotion of healthy lifestyles and independence to all clients served -