Licensed Vocational Nurse at TEAGLE HALL LLC – Newport Beach, California

Job Title: Licensed Professional Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse

Reports to: Director of Operations

Classification: Non-exempt This position will be paid on an hourly basis, bi-weekly, for all hours worked and eligible for overtime. Overtime premium pay is paid to non-exempt employees.

Position Summary: Responsible for prescribed medical treatment and nursing care services to clients.

Tasks / Responsibilities (To include, but not limited to):

· Assess each client’s individual needs on the basis of assessment and data collection to ensure proper admission.

· Implement doctor’s orders, monitor self-administration of specified medication, monitor, record vital signs, and maintain medical/ nursing records.

· Utilize Electronic Medical Records effectively and efficiently.

· Observe clients and document their responses to treatment.

· Communicate with counseling staff on a regular basis regarding patient’s progress and treatment plans.

· Participates in treatment team meetings to coordinate delivery of services.

· Discharge patients in accordance with established policy.

· Serve as role model.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

· Work cooperatively with other community resources and referral sources to coordinate services to clients.

· Provides crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary.

· Maintain professional standards and follows the policies and procedures of the organization to include all federal, state, and local regulations.

· Maintain current cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR)/ first aid (FA) certifications and valid renewal for all required certification: LVN credentialing, TB testing, and other job specific required training.

Additional Information Regarding Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s manager/supervisor related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed, it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Windward Way reserves the right, at any time, with or without notice, to modify or change job responsibilities, reassign, or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law. Windward Way shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment, as required by the law.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

· Knowledge obtained through attainment of applicable state Nurse’s license.

· Skilled in implementing nursing protocol.

· Skilled in client assessment.

· Ability to execute tasks accurately and meet timelines with consistency.

· Ability to carry out instructions and accurately document medical information.

· Ability to work and communicate with others.

· A knowledge of state and federal regulations concerning the treatment of for behavioral health and substance use disorder.

· Successful de-escalation techniques with strong interpersonal skills.

· Client Engagement and Support.

· Administrative and Clerical Tasks.

· Program Support and Coordination.

· Knowledge of Rehabilitation Principles.

· Problem-Solving and Crisis Management.

· Monitoring and Observation.

· Medication observation and Vital assessments

· Display professionalism and maintain appropriate boundaries.

· Prioritize Health and Safet yin the workplace.

· Adherence to Policies and Procedures

· Able to work independently.

· Communicate effectively (both written and verbal) with clients and colleagues.

· Organized, detail-oriented, multi-tasker, adaptable, positive.

· Proficient computer skills, including EMR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Environmental / Physical Requirements

· The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

· Regularly required: to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

· Occasionally required: to stand, walk, stoop, kneel or crouch and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds

· Exposure to clients infected with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other Infectious Diseases.

Preferred Experience/ Minimum Qualifications

Nursing degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of knowledge and experience.

Valid LPN, License Professional Nurse/ (LVN) Licensed Vocational Nurse.

Valid Basic Life Support (BLS)/ Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ First Aid (FA) certification.

Behavioral health/substance used disorder experience is preferred.