Wellness Coordinator -LPN - Media, PA

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Wellness Coordinator -LPN#ELW-19783 | Posted 12/04/2024

Media, PennsylvaniaWellness Coordinator -LPN#ELW-19783 | Posted 12/04/2024

| Media, Pennsylvania

Apply for this job now!Job DescriptionElwyn is the leader in education, treatment, and support services to children and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges. Our Mission: Elwyn makes life better for people with developmental and behavioral health challenges.Elwyn is currently seeking a compassionate, committed LPN to serve as a Wellness Coordinator for our wonderful new Young Adult Residential Treatment program, set to launch in early 2025.

POSITION SUMMARY: As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the Wellness Coordinator provides and supports others in providing normalized, empathic, therapeutic, and preventative health care to individuals with severe and persistent mental illness within a residential setting. The Wellness Coordinator administers medications and treatments, monitors each client's physical and psychological status; and facilitates medical follow-up as needed. The Wellness Coordinator provides education related to each client's individualized health care needs and promotes client independence.The Wellness Coordinator practices within the scope of Pennsylvania's Nurse Practice Act and in accordance with Elwyn's policies and procedures and those of Elwyn's regulatory agencies.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Psychiatric Nurse Manager and/or Psychiatrist, complete a comprehensive evaluation including but not limited to medical, behavioral history and medications upon admission/readmission and as changing health needs indicate

Collaborate with physicians, physical rehabilitation professionals, therapists, health care and mental health professionals and other members of the Treatment Team to plan and implement the therapeutic program of care

At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Psychiatric Nurse Manager and/or Psychiatrist, complete a Quarterly Medical evaluation that includes a review of systems, full body exam, skin checks, Braden Scale, and Fall Risk Assessment

Present clinical data obtained through direct observation, interview, physical evaluation and other reports to the larger Treatment Team; present information in a concise and organized manner

Attend and participate in team meetings by providing current client physical and psychiatrist and medication updates

At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Psychiatric Nurse Manager and/or Psychiatrist, develop a health care plan for clients requiring 24/7 care that includes specific goals and directions for meeting the client's health care needs

At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Psychiatric Nurse Manager and/or Psychiatrist, review and revise the health care plan at a minimum of every 30 days and incorporate data gathered through nursing evaluation and communication with the Treatment Team

At the direction and under the direct supervision of the Psychiatric Nurse Manager and/or Psychiatrist, refer clients to external physicians when evaluation indicates further medical evaluation is required; facilitate transfer to the hospital/Emergency Department

Complete hospital and Emergency Department transfer sheets; copy and forward the annual physical exam, last set of 90 Day Physician Orders, current Medication Administration Record (MARs), and other pertinent information

Monitor weight, blood pressure, blood sugar, metabolic monitoring, body mass index (BMI) and other measurements as indicated by nursing judgement or physician orders

Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician in accordance with Elwyn's medication policies and procedures; obtain verbal orders from the physician when necessary and transcribe the information as per policy

Administer a d document prescribed medications and treatments on hard copy MARs or in an electronic format (eMARs); use discretion during administration of medication(s) to provide as much client privacy as possible

Administer enteral tube feedings, blood glucose testing, nebulizer treatments, and skin care as ordered by the physician; use discretion during administration to provide as much client privacy as possible

Report any observed medication and treatment side effects or abnormal laboratory values to the Psychiatric Nurse Manager or /Charge Nurse (after hours) immediately

Monitor and contribute regularly to maintaining a safe and therapeutic living environment as the key healthcare representative of the interdisciplinary team including but not limited to, monitoring for potential threats to health and safety and taking appropriate action to eliminate such threats when discovered

Facilitate communication and collaboration with community-based social service agencies, healthcare providers, insurance providers, county and state offices of behavioral health, families, and other stakeholders in order to ensure quality care for the individuals served

Assure adherence to all established Natale Programs healthcare and safety policies, procedures, protocols, and regulations as they apply to the individuals being served

Provide information dissemination and psychoeducation training for residents and/or staff as needed to improve understanding of particular healthcare conditions

Work as part of the on-call rotation, working assigned schedule(s)

Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, crisis intervention, and medication administration using agency protocols as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Clinical experience in a behavioral health setting preferred

Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities

Demonstrated strong attention to detail

Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills

Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision

Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions

Must be able to perform CPR, first aid, crisis intervention and medication administration using agency protocols

Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of Electronic Health Record (EHR) / Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred

Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, and Outlook

Must have current, valid driver's license in state of residence, three (3) years driving experience in the United States, and acceptable driving recordWhy You Should Join Elwyn:We are committed as an organization to creating the best workplace experience for our employees and ensuring those that care for our clients are cared for. Elwyn offers a generous benefits package to all employees starting 30 days from the date of hire including health insurance through Aetna as well as free to low-cost dental and vision coverage to employees and their dependents. Employees can also participate in a 403(b) program with a discretionary match contribution from Elwyn. We encourage excellence in the workplace with our "Making A Difference" employee recognition program which offers b