What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bradford Licensed Practical Nurse position at VALLEY VISTA?
Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Provides nursing care in accordance with the physician’s orders and established facility policies and procedures
• Recognizes symptoms of withdrawal and reports these symptoms to the appropriate provider
• Medicates for withdrawal symptoms, based on physicians’ orders and in compliance with organization policy.
• Triage minor injuries and illnesses of patients and staff, in conjunction with medical staff
• Adheres to policies and procedures
• Assists medical staff as necessary and appropriate
• Collects specimens from patients as appropriate
• Documents nursing care provided including interventions and plans in patient record as required
• Maintains close communication with clinical staff regarding any medical information that may impact patient treatment plan
• Consistently completes all mandatory trainings on time
• Follows organization’s attendance and punctuality policies
• Can work as a member of the Valley Vista team
• Timeliness and completeness of required documentation
• Communicates with other employees, both orally and in writing
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper boundaries with patients
Qualifications Required to Perform Essential Job Functions:
• Has an active LPN license
• Graduated from a PA program
• Licensed to practice as an NP or PA
Required Skills, Knowledge and Ability
• Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management
• Follows organization’s attendance and punctuality policies
• Can work as a member of a team
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper boundaries with patients
• Compassion and understanding for patients’ needs and situations
Preferred Qualifications and Skills
• Minimum 1-year experience in a chemical dependency facility or related and 2-3 years related experience preferred, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Salary : $35 - $38