Licensed Practical Nurse: Pathways OTP Putnam- Per Diem
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Licensed Practical Nurse:
Pathways OTP Putnam
- Per Diem- 6463
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- Per Diem- 6463
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JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Per diem, Varies
SCHEDULED HOURS: 5:30AM-1:30PM, weekends and holidays are needed (
* must work 1 weekend a month)
PROGRAM/LOCATION: Pathways OTP, Putnam, CT
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
Pathways Opiate Treatment Program
Pathways is an accredited Opiate Treatment Program specializing in Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), exclusively using methadone. Our comprehensive approach includes:
- Individual and group therapy
- Psycho-educational groups
- Individualized treatment planning
- Recovery coaching and harm reduction services
- Ongoing assessments and referrals
Make a difference every shift—join a supportive, mission-driven team helping individuals on their recovery journey. Enjoy early hours, no nights, and the flexibility of per diem work at one of CT’s Top Workplaces!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
- Meaningful work that has an impact.
- Competitive benefits package
- Supportive, collaborative, and fun team culture
- Broaden your clinical experience
- Early shifts — no nights!
- Perform initial nursing assessments and document ongoing assessments of patients’ response to treatment.
- Develop, implement and evaluate nursing care plans according to age specific needs of patients. Record progress in a timely manner.
- Responsible for accurate input of computer data.
- Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as prescribed by the physician.
- Provides clients with daily methadone doses and prescribed take-home doses.
- Monitor urine toxicology screens and breathalyzers.
- Administer PPD tests.
- Educate the patient/family toward an understanding of healthy living.
- Respond to medical/psychiatric emergency needs of patients, following CHR policies and procedures.
- Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment as maintained by DPH, DMHAS, Joint Commision, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.
- Monitoring of methadone stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.
- Restocking methadone supply upon delivery.
- Communicate with counselors and Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
- Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
- Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
- Additional duties as required.
Education: Degree/Certification in nursing or in a related health care field preferred.
Experience: none required
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current RN or LPN license in the State of Connecticut required, Certification in CPR, and must have a valid driver’s license.
Why Join CHR?
Award-Winning Workplace:
- Proudly recognized as a Top Workplace for 10 consecutive years!
- Enjoy ample paid time off, including a special day off for your birthday!
- Benefit from contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan.
- Competitive premiums with added discounts on pet, auto, and home insurance!
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Student loan repayment assistance (Public Service Loan Forgiveness, Nurse Corps, NHSC/HRSA at select sites).
- Exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities.
- FREE robust training…
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