Nurse - LVN

Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's In It for You? PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being fulfilled at work. See how we served last year. COMPETITIVE PAY, BENEFITS, PAID TIME OFF, $2k - $4k TUITION REIMBURSEMENT, up to 10% 401K and BONUSES - we hire and reward high performers. Benefits for full-time team members include Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life & AD&D, LTD, STD, Accident, Critical Illness, HRA/FSA STABILITY and GROWTH - more than 55 years in business - our strong financial processes support our drive to serve more people and ensure stability for our team members. CONTINUOUS LEARNING and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT - we are committed to developing our leaders in their desired career path and promoting from within. We have Cenikor Career Pathways Program that you can join after 90 days of employment. We also have an annual leadership development program with assigned mentors to help you achieve your professional goals. More than 25% of our total employees have been promoted the last 4 years. STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS - The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) forgives your qualified student loans if working for a non-profit for a specific period of time. Find out more here. The work we do isn't easy. If you like purposeful hard work, serving others and having FUN with your team while achieving goals, Cenikor will be the right place for you! Schedule: PRN

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide health services and professional nursing care for clients, including routine treatment per procedure or as prescribed. Coordinate client care with nurse supervisor and/or physician supervision. Receive, update and pass on shift report per standards and timeframes as required. Assist with obtaining medical history information from clients and family members at time of admission. Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques and monitor for compliance. Act as charge nurse in absence of RN or RN Supervisor, including handling client and facility issues and communicating with appropriate management/physician as necessary. Provide information to clients regarding medication, nutrition, STD's and hygiene in an individual or group setting. Oversee routine laboratory work, such as urinalysis, blood draw as required and maintain accurate records of specimens. Observe clients, record significant conditions and reactions, and notifies physician, nursing supervisor, and facility director of issues as appropriate. Monitor vital signs upon admission, during treatment and upon discharge. Maintain patient records by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and financial information utilizing appropriate computer software for reporting and appropriate billing and authorization purposes. Monitor treatment of diabetic clients to ensure proper caloric intake and coordinates to ensure a proper diet. Observe patients and reports adverse reactions to nurse supervisor and physician. Administer CPR in emergency situations. Maintain processes with insurance department to ensure quality length of stay and maximize revenue Develop medical components of treatment plan and completes nursing assessments. Track infections, STD's and positive VDRL, HIV, verifying or referring for treatment. Administer specified medication, and notes time and amount on patients' charts. Attend staff meetings on clients' progress. Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the non-exempt functions as defined in this job description.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to individuals with substance abuse and mental health disorders. Experienced in providing medical care to a diverse ethnic and cultural population. Excellent assessment and communication skills. Possesses good time management skills needed to meet aggressive deadlines and prioritize multiple tasks. Patience, perseverance, and resilience in a challenging environment. Presents a professional, positive image. Capable of performing job responsibilities in a professional manner. Excellent documentation skills. Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture: Demonstrate mission of service to our clients Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success Education High School Diploma or GED required Associates degree preferred Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program required Experience Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience required Experience providing care for individuals with alcohol and substance abuse, mental health and chemical dependency treatment preferred

IMPORTANT NOTES

DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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