Licensed Practical Nurse OTP

Job Summary: In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values, the LPN OTP is responsible for the daily dispensing of Methadone. The following duties will apply:

Duties

• Coordinate and document medical program compliance in accordance with Agency & OASAS policies, procedures and regulations.
• Dispense Methadone medications accurately to OTP clients.
• Accurately administer injectable medications to outpatient clients as needed and follow up with proper documentation.
• Monitor patient inductions by obtaining precise vital signs and thoroughly documenting responses to Methadone.
• Execute medical orders by facilitating medication refill requests and processing insurance prior authorizations.
• Perform clinical tasks including administering EKGs and collecting urine drug screens.
• Ensure that all documentation for Methadone dispensing is recorded accurately.
• Completes Medication Administration Records and Chain of Custody forms for residential patients receiving Methadone.
• Maintains up to date inventory on all supplies for OTP program.
• Maintain flawless records by accurately completing Medication Administration Records (MARs) and Chain of Custody forms.
• Print and archive daily Methadone administration documentation according to legal retention policies.
• Initiate COTI referrals promptly for clients missing doses for 2 or more days.
• Orients new clients to the Methadone program and answers client questions.
• Monitors and documents Methadone supply twice daily.
• Maintains electronic and manual Methadone pumps and reports any concerns.
• Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency.
• Participates in agency/program continuous improvement/department enhancements related to medical/nursing.
• Provides DON/OTP and counselors with verbal communication updates of client status or more frequently as necessary.
• Responds appropriately to crisis and emergency situations in order to ensure/secure the health and safety of the clients. Adheres to regulatory guidelines and follows-up by appropriate communication and documentation to identified personnel.
• Assures that all clients’ required record documentation is accurate and timely and in compliance with Agency and regulatory policies, practices and procedures.
• Perform other duties and functions as directed.

Minimum Qualifications: Valid NYS LPN. Valid NYS Drivers’ License. Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder background preferred. CPR Certification will be required within thirty days of hire.

Other Skills/Knowledge and Experience

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with culturally diverse persons, staff and community service providers.
• Working knowledge of behavioral health.
• Ability to multi-task, have good problem solving & time management skills.
• Recognition and understanding of the scope of practice according to the Nurse Practice Act.
• E-record