Lead LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse

Summary:

The Lead LPN assists the Nurse Manager and provider in the coordination of care of all clients. Ensure the delivery of quality competent nursing care to all clients through. Strong understanding of all Policies and procedures and the Staff Nursing Manual.

Pay: $33 - $35/Hour before shift differentials 

Shift: 7:00am - 7:00pm 

Responsibilities:

• Directly report to Nurse Manager any client concerns/status changes and staff issues.
• Seeks out supervision and direction from Nurse Manager or physician in completion of nursing assessment, transfers, discharges, treatment plans, progress notes, medication reconciliation, medication administration, vitals, and knowledge of detox protocols; under the supervision of an RN.
• Attend treatment team meeting and report pertinent information back to department.
• Collaborate with provider and other staff within the treatment team to resolve client concerns or coordinate care and guiding other staff to ensure appropriate and timely patient care. This includes, but not limited to, nurses, Medical Assistants, Med-Techs, Nursing Assistants, and BHT’s as necessary.
• Ensure timely completion of all necessary paperwork for client care, including but not limited to screening of client on arrival, assessments, discharge, incident reporting, patient prior authorizations, pharmacy orders and treatment planning.
• Review bed board daily in the morning, and/or as needed, communicate any concerns with Admissions Department immediately.
• Ensure all timely medication administrations, without error, and as assigned to appropriate staff.
• Refer all medication errors to Nurse Manager.
• Assist with orientation of new employees and offer constructive feedback and direction.
• Communicate concerns to Nurse Manager.
• Ensure all medical equipment is in proper working order, and appropriate documentation of daily logs and calibrations are conducted.
• Ensure proper documentation, administration, and use of facility Narcan kits.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Current unencumbered LPN license in PA.
• Current CPR/BLS, AED and First Aid required.
• One year of experience in a behavioral health treatment setting preferred.
• Background in Substance Use Treatment and Co-occurring Disorders preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.