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Horizon House Inc Licensed Practical Nurse in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Horizon House is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity).
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Licensed Practical Nurse
Req Code: 2022:2881-014
County: Philadelphia County, PA
FT/PT: Full Time
Location: 2881-New Keys
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm
Job Description/Essential Functions:
Horizon House, Inc. is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues, and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania's oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and North Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.
We are seeking qualified candidates for the position of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). The LPN will provide management and administration of medication in conjunction with the staff Psychiatrist. Will assist psychiatrists with: insurance prior authorization process from completing the forms to notifying the participant when insurance gives the approval; developing and implementing a system to ensure participants have prescribed laboratory tests including how to ensure psychiatrist receives and reviews the results; work with other nurses in the department to facilitate an efficient flow of information from and to the psychiatrists. Will provide a range of treatment, rehabilitation and support service consistent with physician orders and standard nursing practices. Will provide services in compliance with contract and Agency regulations. Other responsibilities include the following:
*Monitor participant's medication. Verify insurance for medication approval by making phone calls and completing authorization requests to appropriate insurance companies and pharmacies as directed by psychiatrist. *Provide basic nursing care, provide symptom management education, ensure immediate changes are made in the treatment plans as participants' needs change; educate and support participants' families, and advocate for participants' rights and preferences. *Submit accurate and timely documentation and related information in accordance with TCMU/CBH/HH standards. Document all contacts, movement, growth, transfers and overall progression through the system, in accordance with funding source regulations. *Oversee the maintenance of the medication room area. Monitor and order needed supplies.
Job Qualifications:
*Board Certified Licensed LPN in the State of PA. *Prior experience in servicing community mental health facilities. *Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric clinical and psychosocial rehabilitation practices. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written; Detail oriented. *Strong interpersonal skills; Team oriented; Very strong organization and analytical skills. *Must be available for scheduled emergency on-call service. *Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record required.
Scope: *Frequent talking and listening. *May require verbal crisis intervention assistance in emergency situations. *Must be available for local travel and possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. *Scheduling flexibility and possible on-call work are necessary. *May be required to report to work during emergencies including inclement weather.
Horizon House is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, Horizon House considers qualified applicants for positions without regard to race, color, religious creed, gender identity, marital status, military status, ancestry, national origin, English Limited Proficiency (LEP), ag , sex, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, source of income, familial status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, LGBTQ, AIDS or HIV status, union membership, veteran status, psychiatric disability, other disability or other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodation is available during the application process upon request without penalty. Horizon House is committed to these principles in our employment practices.