LVN/ Psych Tech

Summary:

The nurse works in collaboration with the medical director and program coordinator. Reports to the medical director and residential services coordinator.

Qualifications:

Current LVN, Healthcare Provider or Psychiatric Technician License issued by the California Board of Vocational Nursing. Knowledge of medical aspects of addiction and co-occurring disorders. Proficient charting; valid California Driver’s License and evidence of automobile insurance coverage. Professional appearance and pleasant mannerism.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Medical oversight of withdrawal management and residential program in collaboration with the medical director and program coordinator.
• Complete in-depth nursing assessment within 12 hours of client’s arrival to treatment.
• Communicate any significant findings with medical director/program coordinator.
• Inform clients of anticipated symptoms of withdrawal, when applicable.
• Check vital signs of detoxification clients regularly.
• Coordinate transition of clients requiring a higher level of care.
• Provide staff consultation and training regarding medical, medications and other treatment related issues as needed.
• Administer/read TB skin tests for clients.
• All other duties deemed necessary and appropriate by the residential services coordinator.
• Ensure the highest level of service is provided to the people we serve.
• Ensure client anonymity and confidentiality in compliance with federal guidelines, including HIPAA regulations.
• Adhere to staff Codes of Ethics and Conduct.
• Adhere to policies and procedures set forth for agency.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping standards established by IVRS.
• Stay apprised of current treatment trends and updated federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and standards governing all services provided by IVRS.

Essential Job Functions:

• Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, copiers, calculators and fax machines.
• Must be able to prepare correspondence.
• Must be able to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.
• Must be able to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.

Environment:

• Inpatient

Qualifications:

• Current State Nursing License

Shift Type:

• Day Shift

Shift Length:

• 10 hours

Work from Home:

• No

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Physical setting:

• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• 4x10
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• LVN/Psychiatric Technician license (Required)

Work Location: In person