Per-Diem LPN

Gilead is seeking a Float LPN to join the team at their Bridge program. This program is a 3-bed transitional residence designed to provide clinical treatment and functional skills training tailored to the needs of adults with intellectual disabilities that are co-occurring with mental health and/or addiction treatment needs. The Float LPN will work per-diem providing medical care for individuals and supervising/administering client medication.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervises and administers client medications.

• Receives clinical supervision from the Nurse Supervisor, administrative oversight by the Program Director and support from prescribers.

• Functions as a liaison between the Program(s) and the prescriber, Medical Director, Residential and Outpatient Clinic. Facilitates communication of ongoing changes in client medical and mental health status and medication compliance.

• Assists in identifying medication effectiveness and side effects.

• Provides clinical knowledge regarding severe and prolonged mental health and substance abuse disorders as well as medical knowledge related to heath and well being.

• Supports the Program Director in leading an effective program by implementing clinical services, best practice models of care and daily functions as required by contractual and regulatory bodies.

• Provides ongoing medical education to case managers both informally and in training formats.

• Monitors medical supplies.

• Identifies potential systemic issues that may negatively impact the implementation of the medication self-administration and makes recommendations for change.

• Maintains and implements the Recovery philosophies with direct implications to staff, clients, family, and community development.

• Maintains communication in conjunction with Case Managers with other agencies or persons involved in the care and support of clients particularly in regards to medical and psychiatric issues.

• Maintains contact with MD’s (i.e., psychiatrists, PCP’s, specialists, etc.) to coordinate substance abuse, medical and psychiatric care of individuals and works closely with the pharmacies to facilitate proper pharmaceutical care.

• Supports and provides monitoring of positive outcome measures as defined by the license regulations and agency quality assurance processes. Ensures program compliance through the timely and accurate reporting of data both internally and externally as needed. * Documents all required encounters. Completes contacts and progress notes within 72 hours of encounter.

• Works in coordination with the agency Administrative Support Staff for proficient service delivery.

• Other duties as assigned

Education and Years of Experience

• Degree: Accredited LPN Program in CT

• Number of Years of Experience: 5

Requirements

• Prior medical and clinical experience preferred, in the field of addiction and mental health.

• Demonstrate competence in and current knowledge of Community Treatment, Psychopharmacology, Crisis Intervention, and supervision of staff.

• Must maintain and provide proof of valid driver’s license and automobile insurance in good standing.

• Ability to provide leadership under stressful or crisis situations.

• Ability to problem-solve.

• Ability to establish and prioritize multiple tasks.

• Must meet and maintain all required trainings, certifications etc. as needed.

• Demonstration of ethical behavior and sound judgment that supports the NASW standards of care.

• Uphold confidentiality by following the HIPAA regulations

Gilead employees are held to standards and regulations set by the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS) and other regulatory bodies. These standards are outlined in Gilead’s “Standards of Conduct” policy. It’s important that these standards and regulations are met through all duties performed, outcomes achieved, and conditions kept within the organization.

Pay: $32.33 per hour

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32