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LPN- Detox / Residential

LPN- Detox / Residential

Ozark CenterJoplin, Missouri, United States
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description Summary : Minimum starting salary $22.20

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a licensed nursing care provider who is responsible for delivery of a full range of support services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction / substance use and mental health) issues. LPN is primarily responsible for facilitating the maximum level of independent functioning of the clients served and demonstrates a warm and welcoming empathic, hopeful attitude, conveying a philosophy of dual recovery and is trained and / or experienced in working with severe mental illness and / or substance abusing diagnosed individuals to assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide support services. LPN provides services to individuals impacted by a variety of behavioral health (addiction / substance use and mental health) issues, recognizing that the individuals we serve often times have experienced trauma that affects their development and adjustment. LPN will be trained in trauma-informed care and will work to help provide services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive which will prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. The LPN will report to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices.

Education

  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Hold a current Nursing diploma and is licensed by the State of Missouri.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Nursing experience with substance use whether outpatient clinic work or within a nursing facility where clients are housed is preferred.
  • Any experience with sub stance use withdrawal management and knowledge of psychopharmacology is a plus.

    • Responsibilities

  • The LPN meets the total clinical needs of the practice patients as determined by the Psychiatrist or Advance Practice Nurse in consultation with or as ordered by the psychiatrist physician.
  • The LPN reports the same to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices but may also report to the Physician or Advance Practice Nurse.
  • The LPN performs other duties as assigned or directed by the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices, doctor assigned to or the APN.
  • The LPN utilizes proper communication with higher level nursing and / or physician; ongoing maintenance of appropriate medications, maintaining logs for medication samples and other logs as deemed necessary through clinic.
  • The LPN facilitates efficient transition of patients throughout the office visit. Efficient identification of patient problems; communication of pertinent data to physician / provider; accurate chart / charge preparation and collection of pertinent data.
  • The LPN makes appropriate referrals, demonstrates proper use of standing orders, and ensures appropriate, accurate, and timely documentation in electronic health records.
  • The LPN actively engages patients and family and assists in the education of patient's plan of care.
  • The LPN meets the productivity standards of the mental health office.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

    • Physical Requirements

  • Occasional lifting up to 50 pounds.
  • TB test upon hire
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