Licensed Practical Nurse
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Dare to Care Too, LLC
MD
Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides essential nursing support in a behavioral health outpatient clinic, assisting clinicians with procedures, assessments, and medication administration. Key duties include obtaining vital signs, performing clinical tasks like EKGs and blood draws, and monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
Job Description
Company Description
Dare to Care too is a Multi Specialty Practice that serves the Maryland, Washington DC and Virginia area by providing a wide range of services including but not limited to the assessment and treatment of children ages six (6) and older and adults with physical and behavioral health disorders utilizing a comprehensive approach.
Consideration and customer care and empowerment is extremely important to us and we seek team members who share these ideals.
Job Description
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) –
Behavioral Health Outpatient Clinic (Back Office)
Location: Largo, Maryland
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Job Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the back office of a behavioral health outpatient clinic provides essential nursing support to clinicians and patients. The LPN assists with clinical procedures, patient assessments, medication administration, and coordination of care, ensuring a safe and efficient clinical environment. This role requires a compassionate approach tailored to the unique needs of individuals with behavioral health conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Clinical Support:
- Assist clinicians during patient examinations and procedures.
- Obtain and record vital signs, weight, and other relevant clinical data.
- Administer medications and injections as prescribed, adhering to safety protocols.
- Perform routine clinical tasks such as EKGs, blood draws, and specimen collection.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions and report concerns promptly.
- Patient Care Coordination:
- Triage patient concerns and communicate changes in condition to the clinical team.
- Provide patient education on medication use, side effects, and self-care strategies.
- Support patients in managing chronic behavioral health conditions.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Accurately document clinical findings, procedures, and patient interactions in electronic health records (EHR).
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and clinic policies.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- Clinic Operations:
- Assist with scheduling, rescheduling, and census management as needed.
- Support front office functions during peak times or staff shortages.
- Maintain clinical supplies and ensure proper storage of medications and equipment.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Current and valid LPN license in Maryland
- Minimum of 1-2 years nursing experience, preferably in behavioral health or outpatient settings.
- Knowledge of behavioral health conditions and medications is preferred.
- Proficiency with EHR systems and clinical documentation.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Additional Information
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Manual dexterity for performing injections and handling clinical equipment.
- Ability to assist patients with mobility as needed.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced outpatient behavioral health clinic.
- Exposure to patients with a variety of mental health conditions.
- Adherence to infection control and safety protocols.
- Ability to stand/walk for 60% of the shift and lift up to 20-30 lbs.
- Seeking optimistic and open minded individual to start immediately
- Flexible scheduling between 10am-8:00pm five days per week. some Saturday work 10am-2pm once or twice monthly may be needed.
- Opportunity for growth for the right candidate.
- New Graduates welcome to apply.
- Being detail oriented is a plus.
- Ensure accurate contact information is on Resume.
- No calls please
