

CHILDREN'S INTENSIVE CRISIS RESIDENTIAL
Position Title: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Department: Medical
Payroll Status: Contractual
Description:
Under immediate supervision, supports providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and RN) in provision of patient care; includes recording vital signs and discussing chief health concerns; assists with procedures and documentation. The LPN shall have the following duties:
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Assists with providing patient care: records vital signs; discusses and records chief health concerns.
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Places phone calls to pharmacies to order prescriptions; sets-up referral contacts.
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Pulls and prepares patient charts; answers phone; performs other general office duties as required.
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Maintains neatness of work area; stocks patient rooms with supplies
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Performs other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics
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Knowledge of medical terminology
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Interpersonal/ human relations skills
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Customer service skills
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Ability to maintain schedules
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Ability to maintain confidentiality
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Ability to exert physical effort, standing, lifting and carrying materials or equipment
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Ability to file and retrieve information
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Ability to respond to questions in tactful and professional manner
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Ability/willingness to adhere to the established departmental service standards.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and experience equivalent to:
High school diploma or equivalent, plus (1) one year of technical training; supplemented with (1) one year of related work experience, and (1) one or more years working in residential facility for children. LPN Licensed is required.
Responsible to: Medical Director, CEO, RN, and Program Director