Licensed Practical Nurse - Infection Control - Full-time/Temporary

LPN

Office hours are M-F 5:30am-2p and Saturdays 6am-9a We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily. Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works. Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment. As an LPN, you are responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient addiction recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations. Benefits (for full-time status):

• Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
• Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
• Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
Experience triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.
Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.

Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed.
Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate care per license.
Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
Make appointments for patients to see physician; Discuss with physicians and team about important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
Provide referral for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
Inspired to perform without outside help
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
LPN