Job Description:
A non-profit organization providing a complete range of treatments for opioids and other substance use disorders for New Yorkers living with addiction is looking form an Licensed Practical Nurse

BASIC FUNCTION:
Provides triage nursing and dispenses medication to clients.

MAJOR DUTIES:
Dispenses physician prescribed non-Methadone and Methadone medications.
Reports to the disciplinary team on medical/clinical client in response to treatment protocols.
Develops and conducts health maintenance and educational groups on issues such as hygiene, nutrition and substance use.
Writes progress notes on clients' issues as indicated.
Assesses medical/clinical needs of clients, writes progress notes, provides input to Directors, Medical Director, Counselors or Psychiatrist and participates in the treatment planning of the client.
Conducts initial medical assessment on new admissions.
Reviews and conducts internal audits of medical charts to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Administers and monitors clients' vital signs.
Requirements

QUALIFICATION, EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
LPN ** will look at 6 months of experience
Understanding of substance use and/or Methadone treatment.
Multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment.
We offer excellent benefits including:
Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Discounted Commuter benefits
Life insurance & Long term disability
Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
Training and other additional voluntary benefits

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $35.00 - $37.00 per hour

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Weekly schedule:

• 5x8

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• New York, NY (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• New York, NY: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person