LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) On-Call | Inpatient

On Call Role

Functions as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team under the direct supervision of a nurse, by implementing and supervising nursing services in the medical detoxification and residential programs. This position supports and promotes a recovery-oriented, person-centered treatment experience by participating in treatment planning, documentation and implementation, milieu management and crisis de-escalation.

Essential Job Functions: (This is not the job description in its entirety)

• Administer drugs, medications, treatments, inoculations, and tests as allowed by law.
• Complete other tasks within the scope of Licensed Practical Nurses and the program services and procedures.
• Pre-screen new patients for appropriateness for admission, including TB screening.
• Obtain physical assessment data and health history
• Inventory and care for patients’ personal possessions.
• Executes prescribed treatments and medical interventions, including transcribing and administering routine and prescribed medications in accordance with procedures established by medical staff and nursing leadership
• Record patient observations and activities in patient records accurately and timely in accordance with nursing standards and organizational policy and procedure
• Must work at least 3 shifts per month, one being a weekend
• Must work at least 1 major and 1 minor holiday per calendar year

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current licensure in Washington State as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Always maintain a valid Washington State Driver’s license
• BLS certified

Experience:

• A compassionate understanding of substance use disorder
• Preference to persons in recovery from substance use
• Experience in detoxification services

As a health care entity, the COVID 19 vaccination is required. New hire must provide proof of vaccination upon hire.

Our caring, professional staff is Valley Cities’ most important asset – the very heart and center of who we are. Every day, we strive to ensure that your experience working at Valley Cities reflects the importance of your role as we carry out our mission. We offer a competitive salary and generous benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability, retirement, paid time off, and 10 paid holidays.

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Pay: $38.32 per hour

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person