Nurse (LVN/LPT) (Full-Time) (AM Shift) (Santa Ana, CA)

Phoenix Houses of California•Santa Ana, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nurse coordinates and arranges medical services for a Phoenix House program and reports to the Nurse Manager. The role provides and coordinates client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, supports participants’ safety and daily routines, and maintains medical records, supplies, and facilities. The position requires an LVN or LPT credential and includes work in an office and substance abuse and mental health treatment environment. Travel may be required depending on location.

Requirements

LVN or LPT credential; maintain a valid credential during employment if required for the position.
Obtain TB test clearance and update it annually.
Demonstrated commitment to Phoenix House’s Mission, Vision, and Values: Integrity, Collaboration, Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking.
Proficiency with MS Office systems.
Ability to use an electronic healthcare record.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
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.
Ability to be flexible, solve problems, work independently, provide customer service, and collaborate.
Ability to engage and build rapport with patients and families from various backgrounds.
Ability to tolerate stress and participate in client treatment outcomes in rural and/or urban environments.
Ability to maintain memory and learning in a constantly changing environment; emotional intelligence, including crisis intervention.
Ability to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, or remain on one’s feet for extended periods, particularly in clinical and residential settings.
Ability to conduct First Aid and CPR in an emergency.
Undergo regular health screenings, including as applicable TB testing, COVID testing, and vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Arrange and assist with on-site medical services provided by the consulting physician, and arrange off-site medical services as needed.
Prepare and maintain medical records and ensure confidentiality.
Oversee and implement self-administration of medication.
Provide client/patient care according to program and individual treatment plans.
Oversee daily routines, including hygiene, dressing, meetings, and other assigned responsibilities.
Monitor and report client/patient behaviors and help ensure participant safety.
Create opportunities for and teach general life skills related to health, fitness, and nutrition.
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- or off-site as needed.
Administer tuberculosis tests to clients as indicated by Phoenix House procedures.
Complete required reporting functions and paperwork.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations.
Attend required staff training and complete training on time.
Attend and participate in program and all-staff meetings.
Adhere to and promote the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values, serving as a role model.
Perform other duties as assigned.