LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Part Time 2nd Shift Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Fairview is looking for dedicated LPN's who can work with a Special Needs Population of adults.

Where: Fairview's Residential Reintegration-Rehabilitation Center, and the Addiction Stabilization Center

Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse

Fairview Recovery Services helps people with the disease of alcoholism, substance use disorder, and co-occurring conditions live independent, healthy, and productive lives by providing a continuum of individualized services and care.

As a member of the Fairview Team and an integral part of a culturally diverse work environment, candidates must be able to promote and support the attitudes, behaviors, knowledge and skills necessary to work respectfully and effectively with each other as well as demonstrate the ability to address the needs of the racial and ethnic individuals FRS serves.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION: As an LPN at Fairview responsibilities include, providing nursing care to the program patients to aid in prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of substance and alcohol use disorder. The incumbent performs a variety of nursing activities as part of a multi-disciplinary team and carries a caseload of assigned clients. Work is performed under supervision of the Clinical Director or Medical Director, with latitude allowed for the exercise of independent judgment in performing nursing duties. The Licensed Practical Nurse performs related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:(Illustrative only)

• Provide nursing services as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team;
• Identifies patient nursing care needs and carry out a nursing care plan, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse;
• Observe and report data relating to patient mental and physical status; May refer patients to other agencies for a variety of needed services;
• Maintain medical records, medication sheets, and provide oversight for self-administration of medications as directed;
• Attend courses and perform independent study and reading to further professional growth;
• Compile and maintain a variety of records, reports, and statistical information as directed
• All FRS Staff, including LPN are Mandated Reporters and are trained on Mandated Reporting

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Good knowledge of current trends and theories in the nursing care and treatment of patients with addiction or emotional problems.
• Good knowledge of community organizations and health resources available for the addicted/alcoholic.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with patients, families, and colleague agencies.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Empathy for persons with problems associated with substance abuse or mental illness.

LPN Part Time 20-hour: must work at least 20 hours per week as a designated part time employee. Paid benefit time includes: Sick time 48 hours per year, Personal time 12 hours per year, Holiday time 4 hours for Christmas Day and 4 hours for Thanksgiving Day plus 2-4 hour floating holidays, and Vacation time 40 hours per year. There is a 6-month probationary period before these benefits begin to accrue.

If you are a compassionate LPN who is committed to providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Standard shift:

• Evening shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

Weekly schedule:

• Rotating weekends

Work Location: In person