Licensed Practical Nurse - Methadone Clinic in Copiague, New York at RiseWell Community Services

RiseWell Community Services is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse for our Methadone Clinic in our Clinical Department.

In this role, you will be providing health management and counseling, in conjunction with the psychiatrist, registered nurse as a member of a treatment team for persons with substance abuse disorders. Ensure medical standards as per program regulations are being provided.

QUALIFICATIONS: Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the New York State Education Department. A valid and clean NY State driver license. Minimum 1 year of experience in a treatment or rehabilitation setting preferred. Fingerprinting, criminal record check, approval from OASAS.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Responsible for medication management, education and administration
2. Responsible to attend assigned meetings
3. Responsible to conduct all assigned visits
4. Responsible to oversee the accurate completion of all documentation
5. Maintain compliance with incident reporting guidelines
6. Responsible to comply with agency Compliance Plan and False Claims Policy by preventing, detecting and reporting any potential healthcare abuse and fraud. Report any potential non-compliance and comply with all other federal, state and local regulations applicable to this job description.
7. Responsible for proficiency in all agency based IT applications
8. Provide education to clients and staff regarding standards of medical care
9. Responsible to perform all other job duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to relate to others in a positive and supportive manner.
• Understanding of psychiatric disabilities.
• Ability to utilize a team approach to problem solving.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work within peer-support self-help model.
• Willingness to accept supervision and utilize learning opportunities.
• Remain current on changing developments in individual field of expertise
• Maintain licensing credentials
• Good computer literacy skills

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Generous Paid Time Off for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• 13 paid Holidays for Full-time and Eligible Part-Time Employees
• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement 401K Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Long and Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• CALM App Subscription
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Career Growth & Promotional Opportunities
• Comprehensive Paid Training
• Supplemental Accident, Illness and Hospitalization Insurance
• Encourage Education Professional Advancement
• Employee Perks & Discounts on Broadway shows, theme parks, and other attractions
• Eligibility for Federal/Public Loan Forgiveness

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

RiseWell Community Services provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

ABOUT US:

Founded in 1972, RiseWell Community Services (RiseWell) is an innovative, multi-service, community-based social wellness agency. We are a major provider of health and wellness services, senior and children’s care, addiction recovery services, as well as affordable housing and support. RiseWell continues to serve thousands of community members across Suffolk, Nassau, Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, and Manhattan.

RiseWell has developed innovative, successful programs that are designed to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, such as individuals in recovery, those living with chronic medical conditions, adult home residents, the homeless, low-income seniors, and at-risk children.

For more information about RiseWell Community Services, please visit www.risewell.org.