LPN - Substance Use
About The Position
Our METRO program provides integrated methadone maintenance and mental health services to address the physical and emotional needs of opioid-dependent adults (18 years+) and those with co-occurring disorders. PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Assists with medical assessments and care, health education, injectable medications and medication/wellness education. Screen and monitor clients for medical problems and side effects.With client’s input and consent, helps to develop strategies to maximize medication compliance. Engage in health promotion, prevention and education activities (i.e. escalate reports of risky behaviors and assists in the development of behavior change strategies). Communicate and coordinate services with other medical providers. Administer and document medication treatment in EMR. Participates in case consultations and conferences, as well as crisis support as needed in clinic. Assists in management of physical health integration initiatives.
Requirements
- New York State Licensed Practical Nurse license from an accredited School of Nursing
- CPR/BLS
- 2+ years’ experience providing care within behavioral health programs for the full age range, including crisis care, high-risk and addiction populations
- Expertise in medical, mental health and addiction crisis needs of adults and elderly
- Exceptional interpersonal, engagement, communication and educational skills
- Familiarity of physical health integration models of care
- Ability to provide nursing services in-office
- Must be capable to sit or stand in front of a computer for long periods of time
- Able to work in open space floor plan
- Must be capable to move throughout workday and follow people served throughout community
- Work alongside co-workers within 3 feet
- Must be able to move in tight spaces
- Occasional lifting of > _25+ pounds
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
- Familiarity with Westchester County System of Care and resources for all age groups and the full range of behavioral health and medical needs
- New Grads Welcome!
Responsibilities
- Assists with medical assessments and care
- Health education
- Administer injectable medications
- Provide medication/wellness education
- Screen and monitor clients for medical problems and side effects
- Develop strategies to maximize medication compliance
- Engage in health promotion, prevention and education activities
- Communicate and coordinate services with other medical providers
- Administer and document medication treatment in EMR
- Participates in case consultations and conferences, as well as crisis support as needed in clinic
- Assists in management of physical health integration initiatives
- Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings and training
- Coordinates and conducts medical groups
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
