LPN

Responsibilities

• Prepares, administers, and/or dispenses medication as prescribed while maintaining accurate dosing records and medication inventory reconciliation.
• Documents medication discrepancies and reports to the Program Director.
• Signs, processes, and follows all provider orders.
• Observes and assesses patients after induction dose, documenting results and notifying provider of adverse findings.
• Affords patients with additional tasks related to patient care within the scope of their licensure in a collaborative manner to ensure safe quality outcomes.
• Coordinates guest dosing in and out to assure accurate dosages are provided.
• Prepares and administers curbside dosing as indicated.
• Calibrates Methadone pump.
• Collaborates with outside agencies such as correctional facilities, hospitals, etc. after appropriate Release of Information is obtained, to assure adequate dosing until the patient can return to the treatment center.
• Processes code change requests.
• Performs medication counts in compliance with the diversion control policy and documents no-shows in the medical record.
• Performs PMP/CSMD checks as required and documents in the medical record.
• Receives and documents medication per DEA procedures.
• Collects lab specimens as needed, recording results and processing per lab protocols.
• Maintains lab results and physicals.
• Provides first aid and emergency treatment as needed.
• Affords assistance in maintaining medical supply inventory.
• Complies with regulatory and CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) standards.
• Prints daily reports.
• Affords assistance in training new nurses.
• Participates in Treatment Team meetings, if necessary.
• Maintains attendance and punctuality standards for scheduled shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed as LPN or RN in good standing in the state of Virginia, or state of TN if it is a compact license.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Possesses an understanding of all Cedar Recovery’s Policies and Procedures and applicable HIPPA compliant regulations.
• Exemplary customer service and communication skills.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Job Information

• Required in-person work at Cedar Recovery’s Bristol, VA OTP location.
• Hours: Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-2 p.m.