Title: LPN – Medically Supervised Detox and Residential Treatment Programs
Reports to: Director of Nursing / Nurse Coordinator
FSLA Status: Non Exempt
Responsibilities
Medically Supervised Detox Program
- Receives report on each patient admitted to the Medically Supervised Detox Program; processes Physician Orders; and establishes a Medication Administration Record (MAR) for each patient according to his/her assigned Detox Protocol and non-protocol medications approved by the Medical Director or his designee.
- Performs initial assessment of new Detox patients and enters all assessment information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR); places appropriate information on the dry-erase board in Nursing Station as a general method of communication between employees and shifts. Administers TB skin test at time of admission to unit.
- Administers Detox Protocol medications to each Detox patient according to their designated Protocol; administers non-protocol medications approved by the Medical Director or his designee.
- Provides ongoing assessment of Detox patients for: (1) significant signs and symptoms of substance withdrawal, and (2) side effects of medications administered.
- Implements patient care plans; evaluates effectiveness of interventions; alters interventions as necessary.
- Documents information pertinent to the patient’s condition and care, in the EMR.
- Oversees performance, and works in concert, with CNA’s each shift to ensure each patient is adequately monitored for early detection of any deterioration in medical condition.
- Establishes communication and trust with each Detox patient, and assists them in exploring their desire to seek ongoing care in the Residential Treatment Program.
- Collaborates with Case Managers regarding each Detox patient’s appropriate level of care after completion of Detox program.
Residential Treatment Program
- Transcribes admissions medications, or new medications, on Treatment MARS.
- Administers the group of medications to Treatment Clients that Medication Techs are not allowed to administer (Insulin, et. al.); documents administration of such in Treatment Clients MARs. Monitors patients for side effects of any and all medications that are administered.
All Units
- Responds to medical emergencies within the facility; provides assessment, first aid, basic nursing care, or BLS as needed; determines if patient requires care beyond the scope of the facility, summons EMS transport if necessary; provides necessary information and paperwork to EMS staff to accompany patient to hospital emergency department. Evaluates each patient upon return to determine their appropriateness for continued stay, and to coordinate necessary follow-up medical treatment if patient remains at facility.
- Responds to non-emergency medical needs of patients in the facility who are ill or sustain minor injuries; determines medical needs; refers patients to medical clinics, and other, if needs are beyond the scope of the facility; evaluates each patient upon return to determine their appropriateness for continued stay, and to coordinate necessary medical treatment if patient remains at facility.
- Refers patients to Dual Clinic based on assessment of need.
Other:
- This position requires exposure to sharps.
- The nurse may work with patients who may be dangerous.
Education and Experience:
The position requires completion of a twelve-month accredited LPN program, and current licensure as an LPN in the State of Oklahoma. No previous experience is required, however, previous experience in a chemical dependency setting is preferred.
Knowledge and Skills:
This position requires knowledge of basic professional nursing assessment, interventions, medications, medication administration, basic medical procedures, emergency Basic Life Support, aseptic and sterile techniques, personal hygiene, nutritional and diet therapy. The LPN must possess ability to plan, organize, and implement nursing care in an alcohol and drug detoxification and Treatment setting; ability to follow oral and written instructions; Skill in exercising judgment, initiative, setting priorities, and self-control. Must understand alcohol and drug dependence as a medical disorder, and provide compassionate care.
Access to Confidential Data:
The position has access to patients, patient information and records for which LPN is responsible for maintaining confidentiality.
Physical Requirements:
The position requires the LPN to sit, stand, and walk about in the performance of job duties. The nurse is required to lift up to 40 pounds, carry, push, and pull equipment and supplies. Functioning of the senses (hearing, sight and touch) must be adequate for the performance of job tasks.
Salary & Benefits:
- PTO benefits- paid holidays, vacation, sick and floating holidays.
- Health Insurance Benefits – Medical, Life, Dental, Vision.
- 401K retirement benefits with employer match.
12&12 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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