Licensed Practical Nurse - On-Call

Bridgeway Community Health • Salem, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Bridgeway Community Health is seeking a qualified On-Call Licensed Practical Nurse - NOC Shift to join their Medically Managed Withdrawal treatment team. This position is ideal for someone who is a night owl and possesses strong nursing skills. The role involves providing exceptional nursing care to clients, focusing on direct care that promotes health, prevents disease, and treats the individual within an inpatient medically managed withdrawal setting. The nurse will operate according to the Oregon State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act.

Requirements

• Graduation from a state-accredited School of Nursing program.
• A current and unencumbered license to practice as a Licensed Professional Nurse in the state of Oregon at the time of appointment.
• One (1) year of Licensed Practical Nursing experience highly preferred.
• New graduates of an accredited nursing program may be considered.
• Or any satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience relevant to the position.
• Comprehensive knowledge of, and skill in performing, current nursing practice.
• Ability to apply nursing knowledge and principles and policies underlying the administration of a nursing service.
• Ability to recognize the needs and concerns of individuals in the course of medical treatments.
• Ability to maintain confidential records and information.
• Ability to accept and abide by supervision received.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Skilled in English usage and in basic mathematics.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of Licensed Practical Nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and performs treatments and procedures under the direction of a nurse practitioner or physician.
• Completes accurate and thorough medical documentation, including clients' medical charts, medication records, pertinent observations, computerized dispensing and pharmacy records, and required state or department database entry.
• Conducts nursing assessments on all inpatient clients, including initial and ongoing focused assessments of health status.
• Reports findings to the Registered Nurse or licensed physician as needed.
• Utilizes appropriate physician's standing orders.
• Prepares and dispenses or provides for the dispensing of appropriate medication or treatment, evaluating side effects and potential interactions.
• Adheres to accepted medical practices and medication management per OAR/ORS.
• Updates and maintains prescription records for treatment and all medical records associated with medication storing and dispensing.
• Complies with federal, state, and program requirements related to record keeping and documentation.
• Coordinates client appointments with physician(s).
• Educates clients regarding other disease processes and refers as needed to other medical agencies for follow-up, at the direction of a physician.
• Maintains records of nursing services, including statistics and compilation of requested reports.
• Prepares and labels specimens.
• Maintains clinic equipment and supplies.
• Charts on all clients seen for medical support.
• Participates in discharge planning for client's ongoing medical needs.
• Conducts T.B. skin testing on all inpatient clients in treatment for more than 30 days.
• Conducts annual T.B. skin testing on all inpatient and staff.
• Attends staff meetings and works as a team member to identify and implement quality of services.
• Maintains an organized and clean work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
• 5% employer match 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan (Pre & Post-Tax Options)
• Corporate Fitness Membership subsidy
• Employer-Sponsored Life, Accidental Death, Critical Illness, Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Internal Growth Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree