Nurse (LVN)

Phoenix House California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix House California is seeking an LVN/Nurse to coordinate and arrange medical services for our Los Angeles program. The role involves on-site and off-site care arrangements, record-keeping, and medication administration under the supervision of the Nurse Manager.

You will maintain and document patient information in EHR, monitor vitals, and collaborate with pharmacies. A valid California license and driving record are required, with strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Qualifications

• LVN or LPT license required in California.
• Must maintain a valid California Driver's License and proof of automobile insurance.
• Experience coordinating medical services and patient care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Arranges and assists in the provision of on-site medical services conducted by the consulting physician.
• Arranges off-site medical services as needed.
• Prepares and maintains all medical records.
• Oversees and implements self-administration of medication.
• Provides client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, including checking vitals and ordering lab work.
• Works with pharmacies to ensure prescriptions are filled; monitors client/patient behavior and safety.
• Maintains confidentiality and documents client contact in EHR.
• Schedules visits with medical doctor/prescriber.
• Keeps medical supplies and first aid equipment stocked and organized.
• Ensures medicines are stored safely and securely.
• Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars as needed.
• Completes all required paperwork and reporting on time.
• Complies with confidentiality laws and regulations.

Skills

MS Office

Electronic health records

Communication skills

Time management

Boundary setting

Bilingual Spanish

Team collaboration

Patient care

Medication administration

Problem solving

Education

LVN/LPT license (California)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) software

Job description

Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Saturday; 7am

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the LVN Nurse is responsible for coordinating and arranging all medical services for a Phoenix House program.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Arranges and assists in the provision of on-site medical services conducted by the consulting physician.
• Arranges off-site medical services as needed.
• Prepares and maintains all medical records.
• Responsible for overseeing and the implementing self-administration of medication.
• Provides client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, which includes: Checks vitals and orders lab work for patients.
• Works with pharmacies to ensure prescriptions are filled. Monitors and reports the behaviors of clients/patients. Ensures the safety of program participants
• Maintains overall confidentiality records.
• Documents client contact in Electronic Health Records.
• Schedules visits with medical doctor/prescriber.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining medical supplies and all facility first aid equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for maintaining medical office and for ensuring all medicines are safely and securely stored.
• Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars both on and off-site, as needed.
• Maintain all required reporting functions and assure 100% completion of all paperwork.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations.
• Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements, completes all training on time
• Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings
• Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience/Credentials

• LVN, LPT
• Must maintain a valid California Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record based on Phoenix House policy

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values: I CARE For-Integrity, Collaboration Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking
• Proficiency in MS Office systems
• Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor
• Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities
• Understanding of patient development and family systems
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative
• Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred