BASIC FUNCTION: Dispenses medication to clients.
MAJOR DUTIES:
- Dispenses physician prescribed, non-Methadone and Methadone medications.
- Reports to the disciplinary team on medical/clinical client in response to treatment protocols.
- Develops and conducts health maintenance and educational groups on issues such as hygiene, nutrition and substance use.
- Writes progress notes on clients' issues as indicated.
- Assesses medical/clinical needs of clients, writes progress notes, provides input to Directors, Medical Director, Counselors or Psychiatrist and participates in the treatment planning of the client.
- Conducts initial medical assessment on new admissions.
- Reviews and conducts internal audits of medical charts to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
- Administers and monitors clients' vital signs.
- Provides emotional support to clients as appropriate.
- Fills in for other nurses who are on leave.
- Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.
SCHEDULES AVAILABLE: Full Time, Per Diem available
- Tuesday-Saturday 2PM-10PM
- Monday-Friday 6AM-2PM, alternating Saturdays 6:30AM-2:30PM
- Monday-Friday 9:30AM-5:30PM, alternating Saturdays 7:00AM-12PM
- Monday-Friday 6AM-2PM.
LOCATION: New York, NY 10002
RATE: $59,000 - $64,000/year dep. on experience
We offer excellent benefits including:
- Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Discounted Commuter benefits
- Life insurance & Long term disability
- Eligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment Program
- Training and other additional voluntary benefits
To join our diverse team, please include a cover letter and salary requirements with your resume/application submission.
Please visit us at www.lesc.org
EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet
Requirements:QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
RN/LPN plus 2 year related experience. Understanding of substance abuse and/or Methadone treatment. Multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment. Computer competent.
Compensation details: 59000-64000 Yearly Salary
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