What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN position at Community Health Alliance-Ohio?
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders? Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally?
JOIN OUR TEAM of dedicated professionals in fostering hope and transforming lives. Community Health Alliance is looking for a Nurse to provide care in an outpatient behavioral health clinic at locations in Hamilton, Middletown and Franklin under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Certifified Nurse Practitioner or Physician.
PRN positions available with growth into full-time employment.
Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community. Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose.
We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees:
- Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
- Retirement plan with company match – up to 6%
- Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
- Company paid life insurance
- Free Continuing Education CEUs
- Paid license renewal
- On-the-job training
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Complete nursing tasks as directed by a registered nurse or medical provider.
- Administers medications to patients when appropriate and maintains accurate records.
- Participates as part of an interdisciplinary team coordinating patient care.
- Monitors patient appointments and collects health information and vitals for medical provider.
- Educates patients on monitoring and managing symptoms, medication and health conditions.
- Collects blood, urine and other specimens as needed for laboratory testing.
- Administers injections, TB testing, vaccinations as ordered by medical provider.
- Completes health and symptomology screenings to aid in patient care.
- Assist in scheduling patient appointments as needed.
- Coordinates with other medical facilities to obtain medical records for treatment of patients.
- Implements appropriate nursing interventions and actions according to established plan of care within scope of practice.
- Administer basic first aid, when necessary.
- Accurately and timely documents patient information and interventions in the electronic health record.
- Assist with nursing coverage at multiple clinic sites.
- Practice within the scope of practice as outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Qualifications:
- Licensed in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Two years related experience.
- Current BLS/CPR or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel between sites required).
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early morning, weekends or evenings if needed.
- Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health or related nursing field preferred.
- Knowledge of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), harm reduction and trauma-informed care is preferred.
- Ability to collaborate with all members of the healthcare team.
- Commitment to providing nonjudgmental, empathetic care to individuals with substance use and behavioral health disorders.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams.
- Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems.
Community Health Alliance is a leader providing the highest industry standards for health and human services. Our agencies of Sojourner Recovery Services and TLC offer a complete continuum of mental health and substance use treatment services. We equip our patients with the resources, services, and tools they need to achieve their goals and reach their highest personal potential. Community Health Alliance is proud to play a key role in helping individuals achieve a brighter and healthier future. Through innovation, integration, and collaboration of our agencies, the Community Health Alliance strengthens and empowers the individuals, families, and communities we serve.
Community Health Alliance is a drug testing Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.