Licensed Practical Nurse LPN PT Evening

The Recovery Village•Indianapolis, IN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (Part-Time and PRN) to join our team! Advanced Recovery Systems is a trusted, physician-led behavioral healthcare company dedicated to providing evidence-based, expert care for addiction and mental health conditions. We work with health care providers, organizations and individuals to connect those in need to life-saving addiction treatment and mental health support that repairs lives, families and the surrounding communities. The Recovery Village Indianapolis (RVI) is an addiction treatment center with a continuum of care for anyone struggling with substance use disorders. 71 beds, 15 beds for Detox, 34 beds for Residential, and 22 beds for Partial Hospitalization Program/Intensive Outpatient Treatment. Take the first step toward making a difference and saving lives.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; certification in Practical Nursing or equivalent as per state law; higher education preferred.
Two years’ as a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN preferred; behavioral health setting ideal.
Licensed to practice in the State of licensure, active and in good standing required.

Nice To Haves

higher education preferred
behavioral health setting ideal

Responsibilities

Resolve pending issues from the previous shift, e.g., missed or incomplete labs or treatments, incomplete admissions or discharges, missing data for continuity of care.
Compliance Audit Related to Infection Control, e.g., glucometer, refrigerator, sharps containers, laboratory cleanliness, pests in facility, hand washing and flu campaign
Medication storage, medication returns, medication destruction, calling pharmacy to resolve medication issues
Order supplies, inventory management, maintain/organize supply room
Monitor and track lab orders, monitor and track outside consults, track medical transfers
Coordinate and plan the admission workflow, print Integra and Care 360 requisitions, assure collected samples are properly labeled
Level of Care transfers in AVATAR
Administrative functions, e.g., scanning documents into AVATAR, assisting with the work schedule, assisting BHT’s with the creation/modification of observation sheets
Admission and discharge audits. Check/audit the proper completion of any nursing procedure (at discretion of DON) to assure compliance.
Demonstrates ability to collaborate with the treatment team in incorporating medical issues into treatment planning.
Demonstrates ability to participate in regular department meetings and staff meetings.
Demonstrates ability to interact with clients with compassion and respect.
Demonstrates ability to display good work habits: get things done in a timely, efficient manner with no excessive absences; is on time for scheduled shifts and prepared to begin work.
Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with other staff members and demonstrate the ability to work as a team member.
Demonstrates ability to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability, responding positively to changing situations in the work setting.
Demonstrates objectivity and maturity under stress.
Demonstrates ability to accept and utilize supervision.
Demonstrates ability to address problems noted by supervisor.