What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Staff Nurse - LPN or RN position at Coda Inc?
This is a Full Time Temporary Staff Nurse ( LPN or RN) position in an OTP MAT environment in Seaside Oregon
SUMMARY: The Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse provides quality nursing care and medication administration to patients with opiate use disorder and co-occurring diagnosis within the scope of practice and specific program expectations.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:
- Safely dispense OUD medication as prescribed and continue to monitor patient for potential side effects.
- Follow protocols as established by programs Policy and Procedures and as outlined by the OUD Physician Order Sets.
- Evaluate and assess medical stability of established patients within program expectations and professional scope, identifying any special needs or circumstances that require licensed medical professional notification.
- Perform patient care activities within scope, according to program policy and procedures, medication orders, and other established patient care processes.
- Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations. Lift patient if necessary for safety.
- Participate in treatment team meetings, and similar other activities as needed.
- Provide care coordination, case management and patient health in individual or group settings.
- Work collaboratively with clinical and medical teams to ensure that safety and industry standards are maintained program wide.
- Administer and review PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative) as needed.
- Collect urinalysis sample, perform rapid toxicology screening, according to established policies as needed.
- Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
- Travel to sites to provide services or deliver medications as needed (if an approved driver)
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Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values:
- Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.
- Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.
- Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.
- Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.
- Assisting with short-term coverage for additional clinical and administrative duties where needed.
- After hours, weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and holiday on-call services as required.
Provide information, assistance, and occasional training to other team members
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure. Completion of an accredited nursing education program that includes at least 500 hours of direct patient contact.
- Experience with substance use disorder or mental health population preferred.
COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:
- Demonstrated consistency in the application of “6 Rights” of medication administration.
- Demonstrated understanding of and ability to adhere to established principles of patient safety.
- Make judgments in practice, substantiated with evidence, that integrate nursing science in the provision of safe, quality care and that promote the health of patients within a family and community context.
- Ability to utilize both oral and written communications skills to effectively communicate with clients, co-workers, community resources, supervisors,
and various other individuals encountered in the course of performing work while maintaining client confidentiality and establishing professional rapport.
- Ability to maintain professional communications and boundaries while managing complex situations and interacting with individuals diagnosed with substance use or co-occurring conditions.
- Ability to operate a computer, utilize basic MS Office programs, and effectively navigate and maintain client records in an electronic medical records system.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
- Current, unencumbered Oregon RN or LPN license.
- May need a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within one month of hire.
- Crisis prevention training completion within 90 days of hire.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
- Must be able to perform Basic Life Support for 15 minutes continuously and maintain BLS certification.
- Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle (if required to drive).
- Must be able to follow proper protocol while interacting directly with patients and working in a clinical environment.
- Must be able to operate a personal computer, including reading from a computer monitor, keyboarding, and using a mouse.
- Must be able to negotiate staircase, reach, bend, and handle objects.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of chemical dependency preferred.
- A negative result on all pre-employment, reasonable basis, and post-accident drug screens.
- An acceptable criminal record as determined by DHS, the Oregon Administrative Rules, and the Oregon Revised Statutes.
- An acceptable driving record and the recommended amount of personal automobile insurance as determined by CODA’s automobile insurance provider (if driving is required).