Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN - Drug Rehab

Licensed Vocational Nurse - LVN

This position reports to the Medical Director

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess a current License as a Vocational Nurse with the state of California.

Qualifications, Education, and Experience:

• Graduation from an approved nursing program with degree, being associate degree or equivalent degree.
  


• Must have knowledge through practical experience and/or training in the areas of


• Must be aggressive in developing of client care programs within the clinical policies and program objectives and relating them to the funding requirements.


• Must be sensitive to the needs of the clients in a community health care center setting, in the areas of health and social services as one component.


• Possesses current valid California Driver License


• Clean driving record


• Knowledge of recovery programs


• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)


• Experience in related job and working in an office environment


• Discretion and trustworthiness due to frequent contact with confidential material


• Physical stamina and mobility including ability to reach, kneel and bend ability to lift, push and pull required load (usually about 30lbs)

• Able to repeatedly bend at the waist and neck, twist and rotate hands, wrists, shoulders, elbows, and forearms.


• Good communication skills.

Competencies:

• Proficient in computer based EMR


• Knowledge of IMS and residential standards


• Knowledge of MORs documentation


• Knowledge of documentation requirements


• Knowledge of waived testing practices


• Knowledge of SUD assessment and treatment

Job Duties

• Prepare an assessment documenting the reason for visit in the client’s chart.


• Observe and record client administration of vital signs, height and weight, etc.


• Assess SUD history of clients.


• Observe self-administration of medications by clients and document the observation in the client record.


• Prepare and manage the detoxification watch schedule.


• Update client charts in regards to allergies.


• Educate and counsel clients concerning their disease, treatment, and prevention of disease.


• Clean and sterilize office equipment.


• Client screening.


• Assist clients in making referral appointments.


• Schedule HIV/Antibody Test Counseling with local provider in accordance with established policies and procedures and in compliance with State and Federal requirements.


• Order office and UA supplies.


• Participate in program development and case management.


• Continually assess for areas of improvement and develop plans and evaluation criteria for such.


• Schedule and transport clients for TB tests and other medically related appointments.


• Develop and facilitate groups on diet, exercise, sleep hygiene, and the importance of compliance with their physician’s orders.


• Maintain all documentation required by DHCS and the Joint Commission.


• Prepare reports to fulfill DHCS and Joint Commission requirements.


• Participate in Quality Improvement as required.


• Other duties as required or assigned by the clinical staff from time to time or when it is necessary.


• Ability to relate to the public regardless of ethnic, religious and economic status.


• Document, inventory, and secure client medications to remain compliant with DHCS standards.


• Prepare medication observation records for each client that has medications.


• Prepare a treatment plan that addresses any identified client needs in ASAM Dimensions 1 and 2.


• Review client treatment plan according to DHCS standards.


• Assist Case Managers with client discharge.


• Oversee provision of IMS services in accordance with DHCS standards and company policies.


• Conduct physical observations of clients and document evidence of the observation in accordance with company IMS policies and DHCS standards.


• Must be trained in the delivery of detoxification services, identification of the signs and symptoms of medical distress/overdose, and all associated policies related to the provision of detoxification and IMS services.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by Directors to perform other instructions and duties. The job description may be revised from time to time and does not constitute a contract for employment.