Community Psychiatric Nurse, OBAT (ID339)

Community Psychiatric Nurse, OBAT (ID339)

The Community Psychiatric Nurse is responsible for meeting the nursing service needs of individuals by providing competent standards of care in direct and indirect care roles. This position provides nursing care through effective interviewing and behavioral observations to reach sound conclusions and plan appropriate interventions with the individual. The Community Psychiatric nurse combines biopsychosocial knowledge and psychopharmacological competency to identify actual and potential health problems, prioritizing needs and treatment approaches to ensure appropriate delivery of care.

This position coordinates care with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other Agency and external service providers as required (some care may be delivered via a telemedicine model). The nurse is responsible for assisting individuals with education about medications to ensure informed consent, administering and distributing medications, and assessing for medication side effects.

If the nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), they function under the direction of a licensed medical practitioner, a Registered Nurse (RN), or other licensed professional authorized by regulations of the Board of Nursing. The direction of supervision may be provided on-site, via telephone, or other electronic means. An LPN will always have a designated medical professional to whom they will report. It is understood the designated medical professional may change based upon scheduling or capacity.

This job description is based upon an evaluation of agency requirements at the time this description was written. This job description will change as the position is developed further, or in response to organizational or technological changes.

Major duties and responsibilities

• Distributes and administers oral and intramuscular medications to individuals as prescribed by psychiatrists, Agency physicians, and nurse practitioners; conducts direct administration and supervision of others.
• Maintains Agency policy and procedures for storage, disposal, and distribution of medication.
• Acts as a liaison and coordinates with supplying pharmacies, including local pharmacies and Patient Assistant Programs, while maintaining standards supporting the Virginia Board of Pharmacy guidelines to qualify for and hold a certificate as an “Alternate Delivery Site” for medications.
• Monitors side effects, contraindications, and drug reactions.
• Performs venipuncture and phlebotomy.
• Reviews lab results.
• Consults with psychiatrists, Agency physicians, nurse practitioners, and other providers as appropriate.
• Provides education related to medications and physical health teaching as identified by the needs of the individual.
• Provides consultation and education to Agency staff around individual needs.
• Provides in-service training and consultations to internal and external providers regarding psychiatric medications, universal precautions, and other health-related issues.
• Documents all service contacts accurately and on a timely basis in accordance with Agency policy.
• Applies and adheres to the Ethical Standards applicable to the nursing profession and licensure.
• Assist in the MAT program, as needed, with supervision by the program manager for tasks to include, but not limited to drug tests and medication counts.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• A combination of mental health work experience or relevant education, and training, which indicates the possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform essential job duties required.
• Graduation from an accredited nursing program and licensed as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Experience in psychiatric nursing or recent EHR experience is preferred.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certificate or eligibility to be obtained.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, a good driving record, and the ability to provide your own transportation.

Additional

Requirements

• May be exposed to allergenic environments in client’s homes, including extreme heat, humidity, dust, smoke, pet contamination, cleaning supplies, etc.
• May be exposed to clients with infectious diseases.
• Must be able to drive for long periods of time to visit clients in and out of the catchment area as needed.
• Must be able to walk distances, climb and descend stairs, maneuver in and out of Agency vehicles.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds at times.

Salary: LPN $53,844 – $57,680; RN $59,700 – $63,951

Position: id339

RETIREMENT: NWCSB participates in Virginia Retirement System.

DISCLAIMER: All full-time employees are eligible for a complete benefits package that includes enrollment in Virginia Retirement System. For more information about benefits and a complete list of current job openings, please visit our website, www.nwcsb.com. Positions remain open and advertised until filled.

If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply or interview, contact Human Resources at HRTeam@nwcsb.com or 540-636-4250, Ext 2155.

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