LPN | Licensed Practical Nurse | Mental Health | Substance Abuse | Full-time

One of our clients is looking for several professional Licensed Practical Nurses who are comfortable working in substance abuse or mental health facility.

Why You’ll Love This Job!

• Company mission truly makes an impact in the communities they serve
• Company culture focused on diversification and stability
• Central location easily accessible from any corner of the metro
• Company is investing in cutting-edge technology to help you accomplish your goals
• Retirement plan, life insurance, short and long-term disability and paid holidays
• Multiple Full-Time Positions/ Shifts

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsibilities include Provides ongoing assessment of residential patients for significant signs and symptoms of substance withdrawal
• Triaging as needed for medical conditions/concerns as appropriate
• Transcribes admissions medications, or new medications, on Treatment MARS for Individual Treatment patients
• Administers the group of medications to Treatment Clients that Medication Techs are not allowed to administer (Insulin, et. al.)
• Documents administration of such in Treatment Clients MARs.
• Monitors patients for side effects of any and all medications that are administered.
• Implements patient care plans, evaluates effectiveness of interventions, alters interventions as necessary
• Documents information pertinent to the patient’s condition and care, in the EMR
• Oversees performance, and works in concert, with CNA’s each shift to ensure each patient is adequately monitored for early detection of any deterioration in medical condition
• Establishes communication and trust with each residential patient, and assists them in exploring their desire to seek ongoing care
• Collaborates with Case Managers regarding each residential patient’s appropriate level of care after completion of the residential program
• Work in partnership with Medication Techs in regards to residential medications prescribed and assist Medication Techs in education/administration of medications.

Qualifications

• Previous hospital, mental health or psych experience preferred
• Ability to adapt to working in different facilities is essential
• 12 months of LPN experience is required
• Active LPN license

Don’t miss this opportunity to truly make a difference in people’s lives!
Equal Opportunity Employer

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