LPN Nurse | SAMHSA-CCBHC Grant

Job Description

Job Description

Why Work for Gandara :

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Additional Benefits:

• Career Growth Opportunities
• Culturally Diverse population
• Clinical Licensing Support

Job Title: Nurse - LPN

Work Location: Springfield, MA

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

We're in search of a Registered Nurse work on a full time basis at our Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic, part of our Behavioral Health & Recovery Services Division. The Nurse is accountable to the Program Director, who is responsible for providing supervision and training. The Nurse is one who actively promotes the philosophy of the Gándara Center, and maintains a high level of commitment to the program.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Vital measurements: respirations, heart rate, temperature (P.O ., tympanic, and axillary routes), pain assessment: lung sounds, heart sounds, neurological, gastrointestinal, signs of abuse/neglect, injuries, seizure precautions and crisis management.
• Nurse will collaborate with the individuals and their families, educating them and recognizing the unique needs of the dually diagnosed and other special populations to obtain positive therapeutic outcomes
• Evaluate the individuals’ responses to the care plan and track their progress towards ideal outcomes
• Monitor medication as prescribed by the prescriber and in compliance with applicable regulations
• May be required to obtain laboratory specimens (including phlebotomy), and complete other assigned tasks within the scope of practice as directed
• Counseling; assumes counseling responsibilities in health-related areas, including but not limited to: prenatal care, child and nutritional care, body mass index and general hygiene
• Create and provided educational groups based on wellness: nutrition, diabetes education, pain relief education, and healthy exercise habits
• To engage with other Ga̒ndara program to promote and provide service on site
• BMI follow up and education
• Participate in weekly mutli-disciplinary team meetings
• To travel, as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid MA LPN License
• 1-3 Years' Experience preferred

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training