LPN - Per Diem

SUMMARY

In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision of the Nursing Supervisor dispense medication and assists physician and treatment program staff by performing the following duties.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Dispenses, documents and reports all medication doses in accordance with approved nursing techniques, program policies and procedures and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Completes nursing assessments with patients seeking admissions to program.
• Maintains documentation and accurate count of medication.
• Prepares and accounts for prescribed medication orders.
• Verifies, updates, records and files doctors' orders and dosage levels in client records.
• Ensures that clients receive required history and physical exam and necessary emergency medical or prenatal care.
• Obtains vital signs as ordered by physician.
• Observes client, records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of client's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents.
• Participates in department's staff, treatment team, medication change meetings and in quality assurance and improvement activities.
• Obtains PPD record and/or administers PPD to clients and maintains record of results.
• Maintains daily census log, 24 hour shift report, Medication Administration Record and vital sign documents.
• Assumes all other appropriate duties as deemed necessary by the supervisor.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse degree required. Previous experience in detox or similar community-based substance abuse treatment organization preferred.

• Substantial specialized judgment and skill in observation, care and counsel of the ill.
• Ability to work under minimum supervision and to assume initiative.
• Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to project a professional image.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES

Current State of Connecticut Nurse's License required. Valid Connecticut driver's license may be required.