Medically Monitored Crisis Detox LPN

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Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life?
And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated?

You have a lot of choices in where you work…make the decision to work where you are valued!

Join the McNabb Center Team as the Medically Monitored Crisis Detox LPN today!

• The Level II Residential LPN is responsible for the assessment and management of withdrawal signs/symptoms of clients presenting to the unit.
• These include initial medical assessments of clients during intake, and providing appropriate nursing care from Medical Detox, Medically Monitored Detox and Residential Services.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be updated at the discretion of the employer.

• 1. Review of admission and discharge criteria before admission to the unit and refer to Coordinator/Medical Director as appropriate.
• Perform the initial medical assessment of individuals within 2 hours of admission; determine the appropriate detox protocol upon admission.
• 2. Complete all documentation in compliance with CARF and program requirements; maintain accurate records of nursing interventions; monitor treatment plan effectiveness and compliance, including obtaining consents; review ASAM placement criteria and obtain signature Q shift; perform TB testing on each client upon admission and document results within 48‑72 hours.
• 3. Monitor appointment calendar and available beds each shift/day to maintain full status; determine client’s discharge date/time and place on board upon admission.
• 4. Maintain accurate records of nursing interventions; administer prescribed, routine and PRN medications as scheduled no more than 1 hour ac or 1 hour pc of prescribed time; perform charting 3× per 8‑hour shift, 4× per 12‑hour shift and PRN; complete nursing assessment within 2 hours; monitor clients’ VS/ withdrawal signs/symptoms per CIWA/COWS upon admission, shift ×3 days then QD if score >10;
  
  monitor significant changes in client condition Q shift and make appropriate referral; ensure physicians’ orders are evaluated by nursing staff within 2 hours; complete nursing assessments within allotted time; make client rounds and note problems for follow‑up; assist clients in obtaining prescribed medication; maintain harmonious relationships with clients, co‑workers, visitors and families; complete all work assignments within shift.
• 5. Monitor treatment plan effectiveness and compliance, including obtaining consents; obtain medication consents on all medications upon admission/PRN prior to medication; complete required TX plan with client upon admission; monitor electronic record for completed documentation.
• 6. Act as a member of a multi‑disciplinary management team; attend shift reports each shift with ICU/OG nursing staff without tardiness; participate in call rotation as scheduled, return calls within 15 minutes; attend all mandatory staff meetings monthly; perform shift work as needed including overtime, weekends and holidays; maintain punctuality and good attendance; supervise and interpret policy and procedures related to clients and staff in the detox unit;
  
  provide emotional support to chemically dependent/co‑dependent individuals; establish professional client boundaries and effectively set limits; observe clients for changes in physical/mental conditions and document for consultation with Medical Director/Medical Services coordinator; keep other staff informed of client status; perform other duties as assigned by Medical Service coordinator.

• Starting salary for this position is approximately $22.99/hr based on relevant experience and education.

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program with a current nursing license.
• Possess basic nursing technique knowledge.
• Demonstrates ethical and appropriate behavior in a clinical environment with patient dignity, rights and confidentiality.
• Ability to retrieve, communicate and present data both verbally and in writing.
• LPN…