LPN
About The Position
Are you looking for a career where you can make a difference in the lives of individuals in recovery for mental health and substance use disorders? Do you thrive in a healthy and collaborative work environment where you can grow personally and professionally? JOIN OUR TEAM of dedicated professionals in fostering hope and transforming lives. Community Health Alliance is looking for a Nurse to provide care in an outpatient behavioral health clinic at locations in Hamilton, Middletown and Franklin under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Certifified Nurse Practitioner or Physician. PRN positions available with growth into full-time employment. Develop a career dedicated to connection, compassion, and community. Community Health Alliance is an employer that offers career opportunities with purpose.
Requirements
- Licensed in the State of Ohio as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
- Two years related experience.
- Current BLS/CPR or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (travel between sites required).
- Ability to work flexible hours, including early morning, weekends or evenings if needed.
- Ability to collaborate with all members of the healthcare team.
- Commitment to providing nonjudgmental, empathetic care to individuals with substance use and behavioral health disorders.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft 365 applications, including Office Suite, Outlook and Teams.
- Adept at learning and navigating electronic health record systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in substance use treatment, behavioral health or related nursing field preferred.
- Knowledge of medication-assisted treatment (MAT), harm reduction and trauma-informed care is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Complete nursing tasks as directed by a registered nurse or medical provider.
- Administers medications to patients when appropriate and maintains accurate records.
- Participates as part of an interdisciplinary team coordinating patient care.
- Monitors patient appointments and collects health information and vitals for medical provider.
- Educates patients on monitoring and managing symptoms, medication and health conditions.
- Collects blood, urine and other specimens as needed for laboratory testing.
- Administers injections, TB testing, vaccinations as ordered by medical provider.
- Completes health and symptomology screenings to aid in patient care.
- Assist in scheduling patient appointments as needed.
- Coordinates with other medical facilities to obtain medical records for treatment of patients.
- Implements appropriate nursing interventions and actions according to established plan of care within scope of practice.
- Administer basic first aid, when necessary.
- Accurately and timely documents patient information and interventions in the electronic health record.
- Assist with nursing coverage at multiple clinic sites.
- Practice within the scope of practice as outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company paid Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) & paid holidays
- Retirement plan with company match – up to 6%
- Career ladder – opportunities for professional growth
- Company paid life insurance
- Free Continuing Education CEUs
- Paid license renewal
- On-the-job training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
