Nurse (LVN/LPT) (Full-Time) (PM Shift) (Victorville, CA)

Phoenix Houses of California•Victorville, CA

About The Position

The LVN/LPT coordinates and arranges medical services for a Phoenix House program and reports to the Nurse Manager. The position provides and coordinates client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, maintains medical records and supplies, and ensures the safe storage of medicines. The role also supports the program’s compliance, training, and documentation requirements. The schedule is a PM shift, either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. The position is based in Victorville, California.

Requirements

LVN or LPT credential.
Valid California driver’s license, proof of automobile insurance, and a safe driving record in accordance with Phoenix House policy.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office systems.
Ability to use an electronic healthcare record.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities.
Understanding of patient development and family systems.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills.
Flexibility, problem-solving ability, self-direction, customer-service orientation, and collaboration skills.
Ability to engage and build rapport with patients and families from various backgrounds.
Commitment and adherence to Phoenix House’s Mission, Vision, and Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Arrange and assist with on-site medical services provided by the consulting physician.
Arrange off-site medical services as needed.
Prepare and maintain medical records and maintain confidentiality.
Oversee and implement self-administration of medication.
Provide client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans.
Check patient vital signs and order lab work.
Work with pharmacies to ensure prescriptions are filled.
Monitor and report client/patient behaviors and help ensure program participant safety.
Document client contact in Electronic Health Records.
Schedule visits with a medical doctor or prescriber.
Order and maintain medical supplies and facility first-aid equipment and supplies.
Maintain the medical office and ensure medicines are safely and securely stored.
Arrange additional medical services or health seminars, on-site or off-site, as needed.
Complete required reporting and paperwork.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations.
Attend required staff training and complete training on time in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements.
Attend and participate in program and staff meetings.
Adhere to and promote Phoenix House’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and act as a role model.
Perform other duties as assigned.