Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN; MAT

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - MAT

UCS Healthcare, Ottumwa, Iowa, United States

We have a part
-time position available for an RN or LPN (RN's please apply through our RN opening) in our Ottumwa location supporting our medication assisted treatment (MAT) program.

We pay for a vast majority of your health insurance premium as part of a robust benefits package and provide opportunities for advancement and growth while doing work that makes a difference in our communities.

To provide comprehensive medical care within scope of practice to clinic patients by cooperating with other medical professionals in a team environment, while maintaining professional medical standards. Demonstrates commitment to professional growth and competence. Responsibilities or coverage can include any of our practice areas.

Report to:
Nursing Supervisor.

• Administer medications to patients in treatment.
• Perform nursing assessments and history & physicals on all new admissions or readmissions when necessary.
• Review patient's prescriptions and OTC medications to ensure they are properly prescribed and to assess whether client is aware of adverse reactions.
• Perform, interpret, record, and report on-site TB tests and other testing as ordered by physician.
• Perform venipuncture and injections as ordered by physician.
• Carry out all physician orders including telephone orders.
• Assist the physician with clinic rooming patients and ensuring compliance.
• Record and report all observed symptoms and changes in the patient's condition to the interdisciplinary team members and medical director if necessary.
• Communicate patient status through legible and precise documentation.
• Make appropriate health referrals whenever necessary.
• Count client medications and initiate call‑backs to monitor for diversion or abuse/misuse.
• Answer all phone calls relating to nursing/medical questions and make appropriate referrals.
• Make appropriate requests to provider when medication dosage change is indicated and carry out those orders in an accurate and timely manner.
• Obtain urine specimens according to agency policy and federal regulation and make appropriate report of results.
• Review eight-point criteria for take-home medications.
• Perform daily nursing assessments on patients involved in the detoxification program.
• Assist clients with guest dosing.
• Provide first aid to patients and staff as needed and make appropriate referrals as needed.
• Provide technical assistance to staff in understanding a patient's medical problems.
• Assist in monitoring patient activities while on center property.
• Maintain licensure as required.
• Keep the Medical Director informed of changes that occur in clinical and medical matters.

• Unrestricted license in the state of Iowa as an LPN.
• CPR certificate.
• Venipuncture skills.
• Ability to work independently and exercise discretion and own judgement.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and handle sensitive information confidentially.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Previous experience in treating substance use disorders.

• Ability to sit for extended periods.
• Ability to use a computer and other office equipment.
• A valid driver's license is required and liability insurance or an equivalent means of reliable personal transportation and coverage as travel within the state of Iowa may be necessary.
• Communicating with others to exchange information.

Part‑time; 24 hours a week; 7:00 AM‑3:00 PM; 3 days a week, Tuesdays required.