LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - PT/ Per Diem Weekends - Residential

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides care to patients in the alcoholism and/or substance abuse outpatient environment. Accountable for assessment of patients and for assisting in the development of a health plan by performing the following duties. All client interactions must be conducted in accordance with outpatient regulations as required by the NYS Office of Alcohol and Substance Abuse Services (OASAS).

Only a PT position will receive a Sign On Bonus of $2,500.00.

Weekend hours are needed during the day and the evening, hours TBD.

Essential Job Functions

-Maintains a cordial, accommodating, and welcoming presence with patients at all times -Provides for the comfort, safety, privacy, and confidentiality of patients -Perform data collection including complete vital signs, brief health histories and medication usage -Assist with clinical exams, perform procedures, and administer therapies -Manage patient specimens and test reports -Provide teaching to patients/families as needed -Effectively, consistently and accurately communicates current and changing patient status data to the physician and registered nurse -Documents data reflecting patient condition, treatments, medication and nursing care to provide written record of care -Effectively communicates current patient status and needs to all parties involved in their care -Functions as part of the practice environment health care team by developing medical intervention programs designed to meet the needs of the patient. -Provides educational materials and follow-up visit instructions to patients as indicated -Consistently maintains compliance with regulations governing HIV: NYS Public Health Law, NYS OASAS Regulations, 42CFR, and other patient confidentiality requirements -Maintains QHP status as required by job title -Perform other related duties as assigned

The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to prioritize situations and manage time, and may find that they are needed at irregular hours causing fatigue and stress. The LPN may experience stress and stress related symptoms due to interacting with clients in crisis. S/he may be exposed to illness and unsanitary conditions so must take care to protect their own health. They may also have to manage physically threatening clients and be prepared to be responsible for their own safety, and the safety of others.

Work Environment

The employee is expected to adhere to strict policies/regulations relative to being in a tobacco and alcohol free workplace. Work is performed in an outpatient clinical environment.

Qualifications

Graduated from an accredited school of nursing, with prior clinical experience in a substance abuse environment, State of New York Licensure as an LPN, a valid drivers license. This position is subject to a criminal background clearance.

This job description is intended to provide a description of essential job functions that are used in order to assess employee performance. It is not an all-inclusive statement of job responsibilities.

Job Types: Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $23.00 - $28.00 per hour

Medical Specialty:

Addiction Medicine Experience:

Clinical: 1 year (Preferred) SUD Clinic or Residential: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification:

LPN (Required) Driver's License (Required) BLS/CPR Certification (Preferred)

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