Detox Nurse (LVN- Graveyard Shift)

We are seeking a Graveyard LVN for our Substance Use Disorder Detox and Residential Treatment Facility. The individual would need to be licensed in the state of CA. Experience with our EMR system (kipu) is preferred. We are a fast paced environment to work in. We pride ourselves on individual care, and an intimate family-oriented atmosphere in all aspects of the business.

• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, clinical and administrative staff, and the public.
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and policies and procedures.
• Skill in dealing with interpersonal issues and customer relations.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities at once with minimal supervision.
• Ability to plan, organize, delegate and supervise.

Schedule- 11pm- 7:30am Sat-Thurs

COVID-19 considerations:
We are in accordance with all CDC guidelines for Covid-19

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensure infection control practices and reporting procedures are in place.

2. Perform basic health screenings, vital signs, basic first aid procedures, administer urinalysis to clients both randomly and as needed

3. Responsible for taking positive urinalysis result from POC and investigate results.

4. Responsible for entering each urinalysis toxicology order for all clients at the facilities.

5. Responsible for triaging medical issues and assessing clients’ needs.

6. Record and assess clients’ symptoms and health related complaints.

7. Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the consulting physician; administer and maintain accurate count of controlled substances

8. Document client’s medications, treatment and condition in charts.

9. Responsible for HIV/Hepatitis and Nutrition groups for both programs and notes associated with these groups.

10. Attend all scheduled staff meetings.

11. Keep neat, written logs on clients’ activities.

12. Bring all significant questions, concerns and complaints to the attention of the counselors and/or administrative staff at the Center.

13. Complete all applicable paperwork i.e. medical logs, shift reports, MORs, etc.

14. Prompt and regular attendance.

15. Other duties as assigned by senior management.

Pay: From $33.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Detox: 1-2 years (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Active California LVN License
• Degree
• CPR Certified