Hospital Risk Manager Jobs in Meridian, ID (NOW HIRING)

Benefits offered:

• Medical Benefits
  • Preferred Provider Option
  • Health Savings Account
• Dental Benefits
• Vision Benefits
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pet Insurance
• Group Life Insurance, AD&D - Company Paid
• Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D
• Short Term Disability - Company Paid
• Long Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and ROTH) with Company Funded company match up to 6%
• Retirement and Financial Planning Services
• Shift differential incentives
• Loan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness)
• We provide professional development to enhance various skills, certifications, and continuing education
• Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have opportunities
• Paid Time Off (amount depends on years of service)
• Sick Leave for part-time staff
• (11) Paid Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Commuter Mileage Incentive
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Clinical Supervision
• Wellness Program reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (This is not an exhaustive list of all duties/responsibilities.  Other duties may be assigned)

• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients receiving inpatient psychiatric and behavioral health services.
• Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, physician, or other licensed provider, the LPN assists in the assessment, treatment, monitoring, and rehabilitation of patients experiencing mental health and co-occurring substance use disorders.
• Provide direct nursing care to patients within the scope of Idaho LPN licensure and hospital policy.
• Perform nursing assessments, collect patient health information, obtain vital signs, monitor weight, and document patient observations and responses to treatment.
• Monitor patients for changes in physical, emotional, behavioral, and psychiatric status and promptly report concerns to the appropriate licensed provider.
• Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, including completion of required nursing documentation.
• Conduct health screenings and assist in identifying patient needs requiring further evaluation or medical intervention.
• Perform AIMS assessments and other clinical screenings as trained and assigned.
• Administer medications, including oral, injectable, and other prescribed treatments, in accordance with provider orders, hospital policies, and applicable regulations.
• Monitor patients for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, side effects, and medication compliance.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the Medication Administration Record (MAR) and electronic health record.

• Provide patient education regarding medications, diagnoses, treatment plans, wellness, and recovery.

• Communicate medication-related concerns, abnormal findings, and patient responses to the prescribing provider and nursing leadership.
• Coordinate with pharmacies, medical providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care and accurate medication management.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and contribute nursing observations and recommendations regarding patient care and treatment planning.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of individualized treatment plans.
• Observe and monitor patients for suicide risk, self-harm behaviors, aggression, elopement risk, withdrawal symptoms, and other safety concerns.
• Respond appropriately to psychiatric and medical emergencies.
• Utilize approved de-escalation techniques and participate in crisis intervention procedures.
• Complete required clinical, nursing, and regulatory documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time, meet deadlines, and remain calm and professional under pressure.

• Maintain standards of confidentiality of Lifeways’ clients and records.

• Perform all work duties and activities in compliance with Lifeways, Oregon Administrative Rules, OSHA and HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

    Required

• Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Idaho, and must maintain licensure in good standing
• 1 year of nursing experience
• AVADE training and CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Successful completion of background check

    Preferred

• Experience in psychiatric, behavioral health, substance use treatment, inpatient, emergency, correctional, or residential treatment settings
• Basic understanding of psychiatric diagnoses, psychotropic medications, substance use disorders, trauma-informed care, and recovery-oriented treatment
• Experience using electronic health record systems