Nurse (LVN)

Sunday-Thursday OR Tuesday-Saturday; 7am Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the LVN Nurse is responsible for coordinating and arranging all medical services for a Phoenix House program. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Arranges and assists in the provision of on-site medical services conducted by the consulting physician. Arranges off-site medical services as needed. Prepares and maintains all medical records. Responsible for overseeing and the implementing self-administration of medication. Provides client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, which includes: Checks vitals and orders lab work for patients. Works with pharmacies to ensure prescriptions are filled. Monitors and reports the behaviors of clients/patients. Ensures the safety of program participants Maintains overall confidentiality records. Documents client contact in Electronic Health Records. Schedules visits with medical doctor/prescriber. Responsible for ordering and maintaining medical supplies and all facility first aid equipment and supplies. Responsible for maintaining medical office and for ensuring all medicines are safely and securely stored. Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars both on and off-site, as needed. Maintain all required reporting functions and assure 100% completion of all paperwork. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations. Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements, completes all training on time Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others Other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS LVN, LPT Must maintain a valid California Drivers' License, have proof of automobile insurance and maintain a safe driving record based on Phoenix House policy KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values: I CARE For-Integrity, Collaboration Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking Proficiency in MS Office systems Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities Understanding of patient development and family systems Excellent time management and organizational skills Ability to be flexible; problem solver, self-directed; customer service-oriented, and collaborative Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds Bilingual in Spanish preferred