LPN- Detox/Residential
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a licensed nursing care provider responsible for delivering a full range of support services to individuals impacted by behavioral health issues, including addiction/substance use and mental health. The LPN's primary role is to facilitate the maximum level of independent functioning for clients, demonstrating a warm, welcoming, empathic, and hopeful attitude. They will convey a philosophy of dual recovery and are expected to be trained and/or experienced in working with individuals diagnosed with severe mental illness and/or substance abuse. The LPN will assess, plan, develop, coordinate, and provide support services, recognizing that clients may have experienced trauma affecting their development and adjustment. The LPN will be trained in trauma-informed care and will contribute to providing services in an environment that is sensitive and responsive, aiming to prevent victimization, abuse, or trauma as a result of the care received. The LPN will report to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Hold a current Nursing diploma and is licensed by the State of Missouri.
Nice To Haves
- Nursing experience with substance use whether outpatient clinic work or within a nursing facility where clients are housed is preferred.
- Any experience with substance use withdrawal management and knowledge of psychopharmacology is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Meets the total clinical needs of the practice patients as determined by the Psychiatrist or Advance Practice Nurse in consultation with or as ordered by the psychiatrist physician.
- Reports to the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices, but may also report to the Physician or Advance Practice Nurse.
- Performs other duties as assigned or directed by the Nurse Coordinator of Adult Psychiatric Practices, doctor assigned to or the APN.
- Utilizes proper communication with higher level nursing and/or physician; ongoing maintenance of appropriate medications, maintaining logs for medication samples and other logs as deemed necessary through clinic.
- Facilitates efficient transition of patients throughout the office visit.
- Efficient identification of patient problems; communication of pertinent data to physician/provider; accurate chart/charge preparation and collection of pertinent data.
- Makes appropriate referrals, demonstrates proper use of standing orders, and ensures appropriate, accurate, and timely documentation in electronic health records.
- Actively engages patients and family and assists in the education of patient’s plan of care.
- Meets the productivity standards of the mental health office.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
