Nurse (LVN) (AM Shift) (Venice, CA)

Phoenix House; California; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix House Orange County, Inc. is seeking an LVN/Nurse to coordinate medical services for a program in California. The role includes arranging on-site and off-site services, maintaining medical records, and overseeing medication administration.

You will check vitals, order labs, coordinate with pharmacies, document in EHR, and ensure confidentiality and compliance with regulations. Training and meetings are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid California LVN or LPT license.
• Proficient in maintaining medical records and confidentiality.
• Experience coordinating medical services with physicians and pharmacies.
• Ability to operate electronic health records and basic MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Arranges and assists on-site medical services by consulting physician.
• Arranges off-site medical services as needed.
• Prepares and maintains all medical records.
• Oversees self-administration of medications.
• Checks vitals and orders labs.
• Ensures prescriptions are filled with pharmacies.
• Maintains confidentiality of records.
• Documents client contact in EHR.
• Schedules visits with doctors/prescribers.
• Orders and maintains medical supplies and first aid equipment.
• Ensures safe storage of all medicines.
• Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars.
• Maintains required reporting and paperwork.
• Complies with confidentiality laws and regulations
• Attends required trainings and staff meetings.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Vital signs

Electronic Records

Documentation

Medication knowledge

Education

LVN/LPT license

Tools

EHR software

MS Office

Job description

Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Saturday; 7am -3:30pm

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

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