Licensed Practical Nurse - Addiction Treatment

Job Description

Job Description

2nd Chance Clinic is an outpatient addiction treatment organization in Lexington serving adults in the greater central Kentucky area. We are currently seeking a full time Nurse to be part of our clinic team.

The following are a list of responsibilities and duties

• Patient interaction and customer service
• Complete assessments of patients
• Maintaining medication inventory
• Preparation, dispensing and administration of medication
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions
• Provide medication education
• Coordinate patient care with providers
• Maintain and complete required documentation
• Office organization and administration
• Perform observed urine collection
• Perform routine venipuncture (if trained)
• Adhering to regulations and legislation
• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Update and file medical records and insurance prior authorizations
• Arrange for laboratory services
• Collate patient charts and complete appropriate documentation
• Perform intake examinations
• Liaise with other organizations regarding insurance, patient care plan, or documents
• Handle accounts receivable and produce daily balance sheet
• Prepare and clean clinic and treatment rooms
• Inventory supplies for purchasing
• Organize, track and prepare encounter forms for billing
• Report perceived issues to supervisors immediately
• Assist physicians with administrative duties
• Organize and track billing encounters
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• LPN license in the State of Kentucky
• 1-2 years experience in methadone treatment preferred
• Phlebotomy experience preferred
• Knowledge of office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Social perceptiveness and service oriented
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
• Exemplary attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurances available through Aflac
• PTO accrual
• 6 Paid Holidays annually
• Paid PTO day for your birthday