MAT Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About The Position
PrimeCare Medical Inc. is hiring a part-time MAT Licensed Practical Nurse to work in the medical department at Lancaster County Prison in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The position is on the day shift, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, every other weekend. The nurse provides care for patients in the Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Program, coordinates care for patients receiving medications for substance use disorder, and helps ensure relevant information is communicated to appropriate personnel. The role also involves maintaining secure electronic medical records and following facility security requirements. A two-week orientation includes on-the-job training and shadowing nursing staff.
Requirements
- Licensed as a Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced position.
- Good patient assessment skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to function under supervision.
- Demonstrated clinical competency.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a correctional health care delivery system.
Responsibilities
- Deliver nursing care for the Medication Assisted Treatment Program in accordance with PrimeCare Medical policies and procedures.
- Ensure nursing practice complies with established nursing standards and scope-of-practice limitations.
- Function as the MAT Nurse and coordinate care for patients receiving medications for substance use disorder.
- Assign and direct MAT nursing staff and oversee the patient care they provide.
- Provide comprehensive nursing care while observing and maintaining security requirements.
- Coordinate and implement daily dosing of MAT medications according to facility procedures and PrimeCare Medical dosing policy.
- Act as a MAT patient liaison through permitted communications on behalf of PrimeCare Medical, the contracted facility, and outside agencies.
- Coordinate care for MAT patients and applicable candidates by obtaining records, coordinating care, and making appropriate referrals.
- Maintain accurate records of controlled substances, narcotics, and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
- Conduct sick call for inmate/patients and provide treatment for illnesses and injuries as defined by written protocol and approved by the PrimeCare Medical Medical Director.
- Observe, report, and document symptoms, reactions, and progress of inmate/patients, and participate in formulating plans of care.
- Record, retrieve, and file medical information in inmate/patient medical records.
- Maintain, update, and work with electronic medical records and ensure they are secure.
Benefits
- Standard benefits for full-time employees include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability options, generous PTO, and a 401(k) with match.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
