About this role
Job Description: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
• Under direct orders given by the MD or APRN, supervises self-administered client medication, depending on the specific clinical program’s protocols. • Assists with direct patient care procedures and related tasks. Provides personal care, as needed (e. g., personal hygiene, toileting, laundry, meal preparation, safe eating techniques) as directed. • Provides frequent rounding on clients and address/report client needs to LPN/RN as appropriate. • Obtains vital signs, height, and weight for clients on the inpatient unit as directed by the LPN/RN. • Performs UDS/HCG testing adhering to CLIA standards. • Maintains accurate inventory of medicines and medical supplies. • Authorizes drug refills as ordered by the medical provider and telephones/faxes prescriptions to the pharmacy. • Schedules outside medical appointments for clients as ordered by the medical provider. • Obtains necessary medical information as requested by the medical provider. • Maintains current and accurate documentation. • Transports clients to clinics and hospitals within walking distance of facility as needed. • Administers First Aid and CPR, as needed.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
EDUCATION
• High School or GED • Desired: Certified Medical Assistant • Preferred: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or SRNA
EXPERIENCE
• Preferred one year of experience in a medical setting, preferably in behavioral health.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Position has no unusual physical demands. • Frequent exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients/patients. • Normal work tasks may involve a high level of frequent and ongoing exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue.
Within the bounds of their respective job descriptions, all staff are expected to exercise principle-centered leadership, focused on customer service responsiveness, with a continuous quality improvement orientation. Additionally, all staff are expected to develop a working knowledge of and follow all policies and procedures related to safety management and other Joint Commission standards.
Time Type: Full time