Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) - Detox

Tandym Group; New York; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A medical services company in New York City is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a role focused on providing care to women with histories of substance and alcohol dependence. The LPN will be responsible for health assessments, minor procedures, and coordinating the medical intake process. Candidates must hold a valid NYS LPN license and BLS certification. This position offers a Monday to Friday schedule with flexible hours and the possibility for contract to hire.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Nursing program.
• NYS LPN license required.
• BLS and Infection Control certifications necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist with providing medical care for women with chemical dependence.
• Collect health histories and perform health assessments.
• Execute medical regimens prescribed by healthcare providers.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Health Assessment

Coordination

Bilingual (English and Spanish)

Education

Graduation from an accredited Nursing program

NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

NYS-approved Infection Control certification

Job description

A medical services company in New York City is looking to add a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to their team in the Bronx.

About the Opportunity:

Start Date: ASAP
Assignment Length: Ongoing (Contract to Hire possibility)
Schedule: Monday to Friday (alternating weekends)
Hours: 3pm to 11pm (1-hr unpaid lunches)

Responsibilities:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will be responsible for assisting with providing and implementing medical care and services for women with a history of chemical dependence, including:

Collecting health history
Making health assessment
Performing annual physicals
Assisting with minor office procedures
Coordinating medical intake process
Executing medical regimens prescribed by licensed healthcare providers, treatment, referral, health counseling and follow up care and services

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited Nursing program
NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York State
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
NYS-approved Infection Control certification
Knowledge of Substance / Alcohol Dependence/ Abuse population
Experience in one of the following specialty areas, including Family Health, Women's Health, Holistic Care, etc.
Training in Chemical Use, Abuse, and Dependence specific to the services provided

Desired Skills:

Bilingual (English and Spanish)