Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago


Southaven, Mississippi, United States Addiction And Mental Health Services Llc Full time

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE JOB DESCRIPTION

Position:
Licensed Practical Nurse

Core Responsibilities:
Medication Administration, Patient Support, Intake Procedures.

Reporting Structure:
Reports to the Director of Nursing

Management:
Company Manager

Overtime Policy:
Overtime permitted with prior approval. Performance Evaluations: Annually

Qualifications:
Certification in First Aid, CPR Experience:

Key Duties:

  • Ensure patient safety is prioritized at all times.
  • Contribute to creating and maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients.
  • Engage actively in treatment team discussions and staff meetings.
  • Deliver proficient nursing care to all patients within the scope of licensure.
  • Conduct comprehensive admission assessments upon patient intake.
  • Monitor withdrawal symptoms through CINA scale, vital signs, and mental status evaluations.
  • Evaluate physical complaints and coordinate necessary referrals to the Medical Director or Emergency Services.
  • Administer prescribed medications to patients in detox and assess for adverse effects and medication efficacy.
  • Maintain familiarity with medication actions, side effects, and dosages.
  • Supervise patients in self-administering their medications.
  • Keep precise records of controlled substances.
  • Exhibit sound nursing judgment in administering prescribed and over-the-counter medications.
  • Perform venipunctures using accepted techniques and prepare samples as required by tests.
  • Collect urine samples for drug screening as requested.
  • Capable of conducting in-house drug screenings using the ADX analyzer and performing routine maintenance as instructed.

  • Collect and prepare samples for cultures and sensitivity testing as ordered.
  • Assist the Medical Doctor during physical examinations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain current nursing care plans for assigned patients.
  • Inventory emergency supplies, first aid kits, and medications, notifying the nursing coordinator/manager of any needs.
  • Accurately implement physician orders.
  • Provide patient education based on individual needs and identified knowledge gaps.
  • Document patient care, procedures, complications, and progress thoroughly and accurately in the medical record using a problem-oriented approach.
  • Orient patients to the program and treatment phases.
  • Prepare and deliver educational sessions and in-services as requested, within the scope of expertise.
All responsibilities assigned must align with licensure, knowledge, training, working conditions, and physical demands.

Required Skills:
Breath Testing, Urine Drug Screen Collection, Venipuncture

Signature:
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