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Under the direction of a supervisor delivers quality direct resident care under appropriate clinical supervision to adolescents with psychiatric or emotional disorders. Serves actively and constructively as a member of the organization’s multidisciplinary treatment team and supports the organization’s and adolescent program’s philosophy of care.· Assists in the physical examination of patients including the taking and recording of temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and the collection of specimens for laboratory analyses.· Examines patient's eyes, ears, teeth, and bodies regularly to see that proper hygiene is carried out by nonprofessional resident care personnel.· Administers first aid to patients in instances of sudden illness or accident until a staff physician arrives.· Charts patient care and treatment measures.· Administers treatments under physician's orders.· Assists with the setting up of equipment used for various treatment applications.· Assists a Registered Nurse in preoperative and post- operative care and specialized psychiatric treatment.· Reports changes in temperature, pulse, respiration, and other patient conditions to a Registered Professional Nurse or a physician.· Assists patients with braces and prosthetic devices. Carries out prescribed isolation techniques.· Dispenses medication as indicated including the measuring and giving of liquid medication by mouth provided that no calculations or fractional doses are required; gives pills, capsules, and powders by mouth.· Gathers information for the preparation of inventory records, such as amounts of drugs, linens, medical, and other supplies.· Positions patients according to prescribed practices and the nursing care plan and assists patients with simple exercises.· Notifies the physician or supervisor as to any conditions of the patient requiring medical attention, other than those already under treatment such as vision or hearing problems or the need for dental care.· Takes patient temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, height and weight, and records results on patient chart.· Observes patients closely for reaction to drugs, treatment, any other unusual conditions such as physical and/or emotional problems, and reports adverse reactions or problems to immediate supervisor.· Requisitions and accurately records individual dosages of medication administered.· Counsels patients concerning their medications by utilizing medication fact sheets.Education, Licenses and Certifications Required Graduation from an approved vocational program for licensed nurses. Possession of a valid registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state ofFlorida. Persons who possess the registration by waiver must have satisfactorily completed an approved refresher program. Must be 21 years of age or older. Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in the state where the work site is located only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.To apply to this position please click the link below and follow the application instructions below.When applying for a job, make sure your profile and CV are up-to-date.
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