What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Nurse (LPN) - Ephrata position at ARS Treatment Centers?
Schedule: Monday - Friday 4:45am-1pm; rotating Saturday 6:45am-8:45am (as needed)
ARS Treatment Centers specialize in outpatient treatment for those suffering from opioid use disorder. Our clinic is one of ten locations in the mid-Atlantic region that provides specialized outpatient medication-assisted treatment.
Respect, Empowerment, Professionalism, and Excellence are operationalized at all levels of the organization. We welcome input and ideas from patients and staff at all levels and incorporate them into our daily activities, interactions and strategic plan. We are currently seeking a Director of Nursing (LPN) to join our team!
ARS rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.
BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:
Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- We offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your work/life balance
- Opportunities for Career Advancement and Personal Growth
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
- 401k Retirement With Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
- Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
- Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
- And More!
Employee Perks Program
- Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
- Tuition Reimbursement
- In Facility Training/In-service Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
- Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
- Verizon Wireless Discount
Position Description:
The Director of Nursing (LPN) has overall responsibility for ensuring proper administration of medications used in the treatment program complies with the clinic policy, Federal and State Laws and Regulations and accreditation requirements. The Director of Nursing (LPN) will adhere to the vision and mission of the Company.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ensures that the Medication room is in full compliance with all Clinic Policies, Federal and State Laws and Regulations.
- Establishes Nursing Practice Standards consistent with appropriate regulations.
- Responsible for training, evaluation and retention of nursing staff.
- Schedules nursing staff to meet client needs and regulatory and budgetary standards. Fills in for nursing staff, including weekends.
- Ensures that medical records are in compliance.
- Be proficient with State Licensure Standards, CARF Standards, 42 CFR and HIPAA standards and Company policies.
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program with a Pennsylvania license as an Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Some understanding of substance abuse.
- Ability to make independent decisions when needed
- Proficient in the use of personal computers
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Successful completion of State required background check and required training.