Licensed Vocational Nurse /Licensed Psych Technician BHU
Company: Alta Hospitals
Location: Burbank
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Current Employees Click HERE Current employees can apply
directly through the Internal Careers Center online for Prospect
Medical job openings in California. For a streamlined application
process, all you need is your four-digit employee ID number and a
digital copy of your r--sum-- handy before you apply. Note:
Internal applicants not eligible for any Sign On Bonus. Requisition
: 27645 Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)/Licensed Psych Technician
(LPT) BHU - Full Time, Nights (Culver City) We are hospitals and
affiliated medical groups, working closely together for the benefit
of every person who comes to us for care. We build comprehensive
networks of quality healthcare services that are designed to offer
our patients highly coordinated, personalized care and help them
live healthier lives. Through collaboration, we strive to provide
all of our patients and medical group members with the quality,
affordable healthcare they need and deserve. The Licensed
Vocational Nurse/Licensed Psych Technician is responsible for
providing patient care to individuals with physical, behavioral
and/or emotional conditions in an assigned psychiatry unit, by
carrying out individualized treatment plans that have been
established for each patient. Administers oral and injectable
medications. Will monitor patients' physical and emotional
well-being and report to registered nurse and medical staff. Will
participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs and assist
with personal hygiene. Develops and leads individual and group
educational sessions as part of specific therapeutic goals.
Encourages patients to participate in social, recreational, and
other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills and
develop social relationships. Conducts effective patient/family
teaching. Job Responsibilities/Duties Under RN supervision,
provides care to patients in a behavioral health crisis and/or
medical patients, including assistance with personal hygiene,
medical health crisis, medication administration, and maintaining a
safe and clean environment. Takes and records measures of patient's
general physical condition, vitals, etc. Performs specimen
collection. Administers patient treatments or procedures in a safe,
effective and age appropriate manner, and in compliance with all
policies/regulations. Accurately evaluates and documents the
patient/family response to care. Collaborates with members of the
health care team to develop treatment plans and objectives for
patients. Will appropriately document, intervene, advocate and
evaluate patients and appropriately maintain patient
records/charts/documents in an accurate and thorough manner.
Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance. Observes
patients physical condition and behavior, including one-on-one
observation for at-risk patients. Recognizes adverse psychological
reactions to care and reports significant changes. Provides
proactive interventions and therapeutic communication. Restrains
violent, potentially violent, or suicidal patients by verbal, and
physical means as required and in accordance with established
policy. Conducts effective patient & family teaching in a timely
manner and provides appropriate resources. Documents education in
accordance with established procedures. Qualifications Minimum
Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Vocational Nursing
or Psychiatric Tech required. Minimum Experience: Ability to read,
write and communicate effectively in English. Ability to work
variable shifts including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to maintain flexibility and composure in a constantly
changing environment. Recent behavioral health experience in an
Acute Psychiatric setting preferred. Bilingual skills to
communicate effectively with patients and families preferred. Req.
Certification/Licensure: Current Licensure as a Vocational Nurse or
Psychiatric Tech in the State of California required. AHA Basic
Life Support required. Current Management of Assaultive Behavior
Certification required. Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los
Angeles City Employees only) required. De-escalation certification
upon hire; Upon recertification, SAMA Certification required. SAMA
Certification upon hire preferred. Employee Value Proposition
Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc., is guided by a diverse and highly
experienced leadership core. This group maintains the vision that
has made Prospect a needed difference-maker in the lives of so many
patients today, and many executives contribute to our continued
efforts. As a member of our highly effective team of professionals
you will receive: Company 401K Medical, dental, vision insurance
Paid time-off Life insurance How to Apply To apply for this role,
or search our other openings, please visit http://pmh.com/careers/
and click on a location to begin your journey to a new career with
us We are an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer and do
not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status,
disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation or
other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation
for the application process, please contact Human Resources. EEOC
is the Law: https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/poster.cfm Keywords:
LPT, Psych , BHU, Behavioral Health, Nursing, LVN Position Summary
Employment Status: Regular Full-time Shift: Nights Work Schedule:
Variable Address: Culver City - 3828 Delmas Terrace - Culver City,
California 90232 Reasonably expect to pay: Min: $ Max: $ Union Pay
Info: https://www.pmh.com/schccunion-12hr ( If Union Position -
Please Click link to see Union Pay information) Back Share Apply
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