Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Substance Use Disorder Clinic

Tandym Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Une agence de services de santé à New York cherche à recruter un Infirmier Pratique Licencié (LPN) pour son équipe en ambulatoire à Richmond Hill. Dans ce rôle, vous fournirez des soins directs aux clients tout en suivant les politiques de l'agence et les normes en vigueur, contribuant ainsi à un soutien essentiel à une population variée d'adultes et de jeunes adultes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 an d'expérience en soins aux patients.
• Expérience avec des clients SUD et/ou SMI souhaitée.
• Disponibilité d'horaire flexible.

Responsibilities

• Assister avec les soins aux patients incluant la prise de signes vitaux et l'administration de médicaments.
• Observer et rapporter les données des patients.
• Participer aux évaluations continues des patients.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing experience

Phlebotomy

EKG

Computer literacy

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of a recognized LPN program

NY State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

BLS certification

Associate Degree in Nursing

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Substance Use Disorder Clinic

A health services agency in New York is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their Outpatient team in Richmond Hill. The LPN will provide direct nursing care to clients in accordance with agency policies and current standards.

About the Opportunity

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday - Friday & Sundays
• Patient Population: Young adults (18-35) and Adults (36-64)

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care including checking vital signs, obtaining specimens, discussing health concerns, and administering injections and immunizations.
• Observe, measure, record, and report patient data.
• Administer methadone under RN supervision.
• Prepare labels and take-home medication bottles for self-administration.
• Record and report medication spillage.
• Participate in ongoing patient assessments.
• Follow protocols for methadone dispensing per OASAS standards.
• Maintain medication records and assist with medication counts.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of nursing experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of a recognized LPN program
• NY State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• BLS certification
• Experience with SUD and/or SMI clients or similar environment
• Proficiency in Phlebotomy and EKG
• Methadone experience
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and EHR
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Flexible schedule availability

Desired Skills

• 2+ years nursing experience
• Associate Degree in Nursing
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of crisis management techniques

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Outpatient Care Centers