LPN, Addiction Services

Description

At Signature Health, our purpose is to provide integrated healthcare for our community specializing in patients with mental illness and/or addiction because we want people to realize their highest potential.

If you align with our core values, putting people first, striving for excellence in the work you do each day and have a can do mindset, then Signature Health is the best place for the next step in your rewarding career.

As a full-time employee, you will have access to the following employer/employee paid benefits:


* Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k match, HealthJoy - a no cost medical and mental health online resource available Day 1, and much more


* Robust earned paid time off program (PTO)


* Federal Loan Forgiveness Program (available on eligible roles)


* Tuition & Professional Development Assistance

SCOPE OF ROLE

Reporting to the Manager, Addiction Services the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Addiction Services will be instrumental in providing outstanding nursing support and assistance to patient treatment plan development.

The role will grow and build an excellent patient care experience everyday through evaluation and treatment services to patients and their families suffering from substance abuse disorders.

HOW YOU'LL SUCCEED


* Consult and collaborate with staff and providers to correctly execute appropriate plan of care.


* Arrange and diligently perform urine toxicology screens, routine lab draws, medication teaching, pill/film counts, observed dosing, medication management, prior authorizations, and refill requests.


* Obtain vital signs for each patient prior to the provider visit.


* Provide client education regarding medication and health promotion.


* Serve as a subject matter expert for patients on calls when answering questions or gathering information.


* Track and review medical record and lab results.


* Assists with tracking each Prescriber's census at specified locations.


* Complete appropriate documentation in the medical record to comply with state, federal, and departmental policies when sharing/documenting patient care data.


* Coordinate excellent patient care with staff of outside healthcare facilities or emergency rooms when necessary.


* Create an outstanding reputation when assisting in community outreach.


* Exhibit a non-judgmental, empathetic and a fully supportive approach when communicating with patients, families, and staff.


* Ensure quality of care by implementing nursing philosophies and standards of care; enforcing adherence to state board of nursing requirements and to other governing company regulations.


* Ensure sensitivity to cultural diversity and maintains age-related competence for the population serviced.


* Maintain your individual clinical and professional knowledge and skill through formal and informal educational experiences.


* Maintain professional licensure and requirements as designated by ...