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

Phoenix Houses of California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Houses of California is seeking an LVN to coordinate and arrange medical services for a Phoenix House program, reporting to the Nurse Manager. The role includes overseeing medication administration, preparing medical records, and coordinating both on-site and off-site care.

Ideal candidates hold LVN and LPT credentials, are proficient with MS Office and EHRs, and can maintain confidentiality while working in a fast-paced setting in California.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office
• Experience using an electronic health record system
• Strong communication and team collaboration skills
• Excellent time management and organizational abilities
• Bilingual Spanish preferred but not required

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.
• Checks vitals and orders lab work for patients.
• Collaborates with pharmacies to ensure prescriptions are filled and monitors patient behaviors
• Maintains confidentiality of medical records and documents in EHR.

Skills

MS Office

Electronic Health Record

Communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Bilingual Spanish (preferred)

Education

LVN

LPT

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
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred