Licensed Practical Nurse (On-Call)

Job Description

Job Description

Bridgeway Community Health is currently seeking

Licensed Practical Nurses - On-Call

to join our growing Medically Managed Withdrawal (Detox) treatment team!

If you have excellent Nursing Skills, we have the perfect position for you! We currently are seeking Licensed Practical Nurses.

We offer competitive wages in an environment with a fantastic team to work with! The successful candidate would be responsible for exceptional nursing care to our clients, with a focus on the provision of direct care that promotes health, prevents disease, and treats the individual.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administers medications and performs treatments and procedures under the direction of a nurse practitioner or physician.
• Completes accurate and thorough medical documentation, which may include clients' medical charts, medication records, any pertinent observations, computerized dispensing and pharmacy records, and required state or department database entry.
• Conducts nursing assessments on all inpatient clients. Conducts and documents initial and ongoing focused nursing assessments of the health status of clients.

Reports findings to the Registered Nurse or licensed physician as needed. Utilizes appropriate physician's standing orders.

Prepares and dispenses or provides for the dispensing of appropriate medication or treatment. Provides client assessments as appropriate and evaluates for side effects and potential interactions.

Adheres to accepted medical practices and medication management per OAR / ORS.

Updates and maintains prescription records for treatment and all medical records associated with the storing and dispensing of medications.

Complies with federal, state, and program requirements related to record-keeping and documentation.

• Coordinates client appointments with physician(s)
• At the direction of a physician, educates clients in relation to other disease processes and refers as needed to other medical agencies for follow-up for health-related issues
• Maintains records of nursing services, including the recording of statistics and compilation of requested reports
• Prepares and labels specimens. Maintains clinic equipment and supplies
• Charts of all clients seen for medical support
• Participates in discharge planning for client's ongoing medical needs
• Conducts T.B. skin testing on all inpatient clients who are in treatment for more than 30 days
• Conducts annual T.B. skin testing on all inpatient and staff

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

• Graduation from a state-accredited school of Nursing program,
• A current and unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Professional Nurse in the state of Oregon at the time of appointment
• One (1) year of Licensed Practical Nursing experience is highly preferred. New graduates of an accredited nursing program may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have comprehensive knowledge of and skill in performing current nursing practice;
• Ability to apply nursing knowledge and principles and policies underlying the administration of a nursing service;
• Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of individuals in the course of medical treatments; Ability to maintain confidential records and information;
• Ability to accept and abide by supervision received;
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
• Skilled in English usage and in basic mathematics;
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public;
• Qualified candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Compensation :

• Will vary, depending on experience and credentials.
• An additional stipend is available for employees who are Spanish / English bilingual fluent.
• Differential pay is also available for night-shift workers

About Bridgeway Community Health

Our mission of helping people in our community who struggle with the symptoms of addiction to drugs, alcohol, problem gambling, and / or psychiatric illness only happens when we create an agency culture of community, mutual respect, encouragement, and desire to see each employee grow and excel.

BEST Non-Profit Award

Bridgeway Community Health is honored for 8 years by the Oregon Business Journal as one of the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in the State of Oregon!

Nationally Accredited

We have achieved national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation, meeting the highest national standards in professional performance.

If this sounds like an environment for you, come join our team!

EOE AA M / F / Vet / Disability