Residential LPN

Do you want to spend your life making a difference?

Integrea Community Mental Health System is seeking a registered nurse to deliver compassionate medical care to our consumers in our facilities.

This position will be responsible for monitoring the medical condition of consumers on a regular basis and for obtaining appropriate medical care when indicated.

If you want to apply your hard-earned training in a positive, welcoming environment, then Integrea Community Mental Health System is the right place for you.

Job Responsibilities * Distribute correct medications to patients in proper doses, recording times of administration in charts to ensure ongoing accuracy * Take and record patient vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse and respiration, noting any undesirable signs and reporting them to other medical staff members * Perform daily rounds to monitor patient morale and progress, converse with patients to gauge comfort levels, track changes and report patient status to supervisors * Monitors medical records to ensure that regular doctor and dental visits are scheduled.

* Provides emergency medical care as needed and ensures that emergency medical supply kits are properly stocked.

* Collects laboratory specimens and assists direct care staff in the collection of routine stool specimens, sputum, etc.

* When behavioral abnormalities or side effects are observed, refers immediately to the RN.

* Consults with family members.

* Ensures infection control policies and procedures are followed.

* Responsible for regularly consulting with the physician regarding medications, illnesses, and routine medical care.

* Ensures doctor orders are followed.

* Completes all required documentation This is a full-time position, M-F 8:00 - 4:30.

Job Skills & Qualifications Required: * Active LPN or RN License * Valid driver's license and safe driving record.

* Must meet conditional employment requirements.

* CPR certification Preferred: * Psychiatric nursing experience * Knowledge of psychotropic medications * Highly organized and strong attention to detail * Outgoing and patient with superior communication skills Benefits: * Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health and Dental * Retirement Systems of Alabama Participation * Generous Leave Policy