Role OverviewThe Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) provides professional nursing services for a residential substance use program. They work in collaboration with the Medical Director, Clinical Director, and MAT AOD Specialist to provide care for clients. The LVN assesses clients using the full American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) assessment and provides services such as education and counseling groups, individual counseling sessions, case management, transportation, and random drug screening.
What You Will Do
The LVN's day-to-day responsibilities include monitoring withdrawal symptoms, monitoring medications, monitoring vitals, direct communication with treatment medical providers, health instruction to patients, and instruction and in-servicing to counseling line staff. They also design and provide comprehensive health services plans for each client, document patient medication lists, participate in weekly case review, and maintain electronic health records.
Why It Might Be a Fit
The ideal candidate will have the ability to work and deal with difficult, uncooperative, and potentially aggressive clients. They will also have the ability to perform under circumstances of possible emotional stress and conflicts. The candidate should have experience working with substance abuse clients and be able to pass a fingerprint clearance, background check, including criminal history, personal references, employment and education verifications.
Requirements
- Current and valid California Licensed Vocational Nurse
- Valid Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
- Must have completed ASAM I and ASAM II for access to EHR
- One year of work experience as an LVN
- Work experience serving substance abuse clients
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits
- Pay rate: $31.11 - $32.75 per hour
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