Licensed Practical Nurse New

A health services organization in New York City is looking to add a new Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to their team in Brooklyn.
About the Opportunity:

• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, and e/o Saturday
• Shift: 6:30am-2:30pm
• Assignment Length: Ongoing
• EMR: SigmaCare

Responsibilities:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will:

• Review referred potential client medical histories submitted by the Intake Department
• Assist with referring clients to appropriate healthcare provider specialists
• Assist with managing the symptoms of withdrawal for clients who are in the stabilization element of care, this may include referral to seek further medical attention
• Conduct health assessments with all new clients
• Assist with managing client prescriptions with various pharmacies
• Administer medications and maintain accurate and concise medication administration records for review and audit upon request
• Coordinates with the client's primary care physicians to inform decisions regarding the management and treatment of problems identified
• Assist in client care: Implement and follow up on the established plan of care and monitor progress
• Assist in client referral and follow-up appointments
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Qualifications:

• 1+ year of Nursing experience
• High School Diploma / GED
• Graduate of an LPN program
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• BLS certification
• Knowledge of Substance / Alcohol Dependence / Use population.

Desired Skills:

• Associate's and/or Bachelor's Degree
• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• Methadone experience
• Knowledge of techniques for identifying and preventing potentially violent behavior, including crisis management techniques