Forensic Nurse Specialist- LPN: Department of Corrections Hartford- 7317
About The Position
The Forensic Nurse Specialist- LPN is part of the core team providing Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) to the inmate population at Department of Correction facilities. The position provides MAT to inmates with substance use or co-occurring disorders in collaboration with the CHR OTP team, DOC safety and security staff, and DOC Health and Addictions Services. This part-time role is based at DOC Hartford in Enfield, Connecticut, and is scheduled for 20 hours per week: Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The position provides services in DOC facilities and follows MAT standards and applicable agency, program, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- Nursing education for LPN.
- Successful completion of Department of Correction background checks.
- For the LPN position, a Practical Nurse license is required.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience in an OTP is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients’ response to treatment, including withdrawal symptoms and vital signs.
- Prepare individual medication doses as ordered by a physician and provide dosing for all three FDA-approved medications for Opioid Use Disorder.
- Accurately enter data in the electronic health record, including medication-specific software and the behavioral health record.
- Carry out medical and medication regimens as ordered by a physician.
- Coordinate admission and discharge documentation.
- Monitor toxicology screens, document results, and prepare results for the laboratory.
- Follow MAT standards outlined by DPH, DMHAS, the National Commission on Correctional Healthcare, the DEA, and the U.S. Federal Government.
- Monitor medication stock and ordering in accordance with CHR policies and regulatory requirements.
- Administer medication injections as ordered by an APRN or MD.
- Communicate with team members and the Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
- Maintain documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participate in staff meetings, supervision, trainings, and other assigned meetings.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off, including a birthday
- Employer contributions to a 403b retirement plan
- Competitive insurance premiums with discounts on pet, home, and auto insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development programs and tuition discounts at local colleges and universities
- Career development opportunities
- Free training curriculum, including the Clinical Training Series
- Clinical supervision and/or mentoring at several programs
- Annual wellness stipend
- Free premium subscription to the Calm app
- Six free confidential counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance Program
- Employee appreciation events, contests, lunch and learns, and employee-led resource groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
