Licensed Practical Nurse

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde•Salem, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists clinical professional staff in providing care to clients of the program. Recognizes office medical emergencies and coordinates treatment within the multidisciplinary team; and follows licensed medical professional guidelines. Contacts licensed medical professional for newly admitted clients, to report medical status and request individual medication orders. Monitors client medical status, measures patient vital signs and performs basic routine medical procedures. Follows established protocols and documents all processes and procedures correctly. Identifies issues or concerns regarding client safety and well-being. Provides support and care coordination for client lab results as requested by clinical team. Administers and reviews PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative). Collects urine samples, performs rapid toxicology screening, and collects blood samples. Performs daily dispensing functions and monitors clients for medication side effects. Ensures proper identification measures are followed, along with documentation for all dosing through Methasoft system. Maintains dialogue with other health care professionals (dental, mental health, chemical dependency, etc.) to promote and facilitate comprehensive healthcare services i.e. whole person-centered care throughout the recovery environment. Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Current unencumbered Oregon Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Two (2) years’ experience in Healthcare preferably as a Licensed Practical Nurse to include one (1) year experience in a clinical setting.
Current CPR/BLS required, or ability to obtain certification and must maintain within 30 days of employment and maintain throughout employment.
Must have knowledge of Licensed Practical Nursing scope of practice.
Requires two (2) years’ abstinence from alcohol and chemical dependency (if recovering person).
Ability to collaborate across multiple systems.
Requires working knowledge and proficiency in use of office equipment and computer software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
Must have the ability to resolve conflict while utilizing conflict management philosophies.
Must be detail oriented with ability to handle high client volumes.
Must have excellent customer service skills and be able to respond courteously and tactfully to complaints and client requests, and to maintain confidentiality.
Must have the ability to work at times with minimal supervision.
Ability to operate and maintain medical equipment within the clinic.
Must have knowledge and experience in use of computerized electronic health records and software applications.
Working knowledge of sterile technique and special procedures applicable to care delivered.
Requires working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, and basic health and safety precautions applicable to health clinic setting.
Adherences to the organization’s policies and procedures covering the privacy, access, and patient health information in compliance with Federal and state laws.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.
Must have excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and record keeping skills.
Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a recovery environment preferred.
Practical training in phlebotomy preferred.
OR equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Responsibilities

Assists clinical professional staff in providing care to clients of the program.
Recognizes office medical emergencies and coordinates treatment within the multidisciplinary team; and follows licensed medical professional guidelines.
Contacts licensed medical professional for newly admitted clients, to report medical status and request individual medication orders.
Monitors client medical status, measures patient vital signs and performs basic routine medical procedures.
Follows established protocols and documents all processes and procedures correctly.
Identifies issues or concerns regarding client safety and well-being.
Provides support and care coordination for client lab results as requested by clinical team.
Administers and reviews PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative).
Collects urine samples, performs rapid toxicology screening, and collects blood samples.
Performs daily dispensing functions and monitors clients for medication side effects.
Ensures proper identification measures are followed, along with documentation for all dosing through Methasoft system.
Maintains dialogue with other health care professionals (dental, mental health, chemical dependency, etc.) to promote and facilitate comprehensive healthcare services i.e. whole person-centered care throughout the recovery environment.
Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.