Nurse (LVN/LPT)

*This is PRN (Per Diem) position.

Work Schedule for this position: AM/PM Shift

Facility Location: Victorville, CA

Ideal Applicant will need to have weekend availability. 

Job Description

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