BASIC FUNCTION: Dispenses medication to clients.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Dispenses physician prescribed, non-Methadone and Methadone medications.
• Reports to the disciplinary team on medical/clinical clients in response to treatment protocols.
• Develops and conducts health maintenance and educational groups on issues such as hygiene, nutrition and substance use.
• Writes progress notes on clients’ issues as indicated.
• Assesses medical/clinical needs of clients, writes progress notes, provides input to Directors, Medical Director, Counselors or Psychiatrists and participates in the treatment planning of the client.
• Conducts initial medical assessment on new admissions.
• Reviews and conducts internal audits of medical charts to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
• Administers and monitors clients’ vital signs.
• Provides emotional support to clients as appropriate.
• Fills in for other nurses who are on leave.
• Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.

SCHEDULE: Day/Flexible & ½ day Saturday

RATE: $40.00/hour - $40.00/hour

LOCATION: New York, NY 10002

To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission.

Please visit us at www.lesc.org

EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Vet

QUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

• LPN plus 1 year related experience. Understanding of substance use and/or Methadone treatment.
• Multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment.