A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
The Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (RN / LPN) reports directly to the Director of Nursing. Responsible for patient care at a behavior health residential and outpatient level treatment facility. Responsible for rounds, administering medications, assessing clients, and all associated documentation.
DUTIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING
Provides patient care as needed, within scope of practice for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse (RN / LPN) . Coordinates medical care with providers as needed. Maintains continuity among teams by documenting and communicating actions. Conducts new client intakes, assesses, and evaluates the client's continuing needs. Administering medication passes and managing client prescriptions and medication changes.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
REQUIREMENTS
Must be a Registered Nurse of Licensed Practical Nurse (RN / LPN).
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Behavioral Health Residential and Outpatient level treatment facility for substance abuse and co-occurring disorders.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Must have reasonable ability to stand, walk, sit, handle, feel, reach, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk, hear, taste, and smell. Must be reasonably capable of lifting 20 pounds.
WORK HOURS
Position can be Part Time / Full Time, Non-Exempt. May be required to work holidays, weekends, and any shift within a 24-hour day. Variable hour shifts (typically 12 hours).
BENEFITS
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-term Disability Full-Time will accrue PTO hours each pay period. Part-Time will accrue Sick-Time hours each pay period.
Job Type:
Full-time Closed View the public job page
Job Type:
Full-time Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
