Licensed Practical Nurse

Lane County, OR; Oregon; Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lane County is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Medication Assisted Treatment Program, delivering safe, person-centered care for individuals in recovery.

You will oversee methadone administration, perform nursing assessments, and collaborate with providers to support integrated treatment and positive patient outcomes.

Qualifikationen

• Graduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nursing.
• State of Oregon LPN license required at time of appointment.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Immunization record and TB test within 10 days of hire.
• NPI (National Provider Identifier) required.

Aufgaben

• Oversee the daily dispensing of methadone and ensure compliance with regulations and DEA requirements.
• Provide nursing assessments, care management, and education to individuals in opioid use disorder treatment.
• Coordinate patient care with prescribing providers and the clinical team.
• Assess health needs and coordinate referrals to emergency services, hospitals, or primary care providers as appropriate.
• Assist medical providers with patient rooming, clinical support, and care responsibilities.
• Provide backup nursing support for Methadone and Buprenorphine programs to ensure continuity of care.
• Navigate EHR systems to support accurate documentation and efficient patient care.

Kenntnisse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

CPR / BLS

Medication administration

Patient care

EHR navigation

Ausbildung

Licensed Practical Nursing diploma

Tools

EHR software

Jobbeschreibung

Make a Difference in the Lives of Individuals in Recovery

Join our Medication-Assisted Treatment team and play a vital role in supporting individuals on their journey toward recovery from opioid use disorder. This is an opportunity to combine your nursing expertise, compassion, and clinical skills to provide safe, supportive, and person-centered care that makes a meaningful difference in people’s lives

About the Position

What You’ll Do

• Medication Administration & Safety: Oversee the daily dispensing of methadone, including medication preparation and administration, while ensuring compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations and DEA requirements.
• Patient Care & Education: Provide nursing assessments, care management, and education to individuals receiving treatment for opioid use disorder, promoting safety, wellness, and recovery.
• Collaborative Care: Coordinate patient care with prescribing providers and the clinical team to support effective, integrated treatment and positive patient outcomes.
• Clinical Assessment & Support: Assess patients’ health needs, recognize situations requiring additional medical attention, and coordinate referrals to emergency services, hospitals, or primary care providers as appropriate.
• Provider & Team Support: Assist medical providers with patient rooming, clinical support, and other patient care responsibilities as needed.
• Team Collaboration Across Programs: Provide backup nursing support for both our Methadone and Buprenorphine treatment programs, helping ensure continuity of care across services.
• Electronic Health Records: Navigate both electronic health record (EHR) systems used in daily operations to support accurate documentation and efficient patient care.

The Impact You’ll Make

In this role, you’ll be an important part of a multidisciplinary team committed to improving health, supporting recovery, and treating every individual with dignity and respect. Your nursing skills, attention to detail, and compassionate approach will help create a safe, welcoming, and supportive environment for individuals working toward meaningful change in their lives.

About the Division

The Lane County Medication Assisted Treatment Program uses a holistic model of treatment that embraces traditional abstinence-based recovery as well as harm reduction principles. We have a small, but dedicated team who provides medication assisted treatment services to help program participants reduce and ultimately end the use of heroin and other opioid drugs.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 5:00am - 2:00pm. and rotating Saturdays.

*These positions are represented by AFSCME Local 2831.*

Experience and Training:

• Graduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nursing.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a State of Oregon license as a Practical Nurse at time of appointment.
• Diploma
• A current CPR/BLS.
• NPI
• Immunization record and TB test within 10 days of hire

Notes:

• This position is subject to a full criminal offender information record check.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon consenting to and successfully passing a drug screening test.
• Please note that as part of the screening process Lane County will verify license and certification status.

DRIVER’S LICENSE

Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.

Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Selection Process

Equal Employment Opportunity

Lane County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

Strategic Plan

In alignment with Lane County's Strategic Plan, incumbent(s) will be expected to demonstrate the following core behaviors: Passion to Serve, Driven to Connect, and Focused on Solutions.

The 2025 - 2027 Strategic Plan focuses on the areas that Lane County will pursue as a way to deliver on our vision for the residents of Lane County. To meet these challenges, we know that the basis of our efforts lies in leveraging our people and partnerships to achieve our Strategic Priorities. We also recognize that the quality and commitment of our staff is essential to a shared future where Lane County is the best place in which to live, work, and play.

Trauma Informed Care Statement

Lane County Health & Human Services is committed to providing Trauma Informed Care. As an organization, we recognize that many of the people we serve have experienced trauma, either currently, recently or in their past. Our agency is dedicated to incorporating an understanding of trauma, both with our clients and with each other. Our employees receive ongoing training to develop or deepen their understanding of trauma and its impacts.

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