Lead Nurse Coordinator-LVN at Horizon Services, Inc. San Jose, CA

Lead Nurse Coordinator – LVN

Lead Nurse Coordinator at Horizon Services, Inc., Mission Street Recovery Station, San Jose, CA.

SIGN ON BONUS $500 ($250 after 30 days of employment, $250 after 60 days of employment).

The Lead Nurse Coordinator is responsible for screening participants for appropriateness, who wish to enter Sobering Center for current and/or potential medical problems, mental health issues, withdrawal and referring for definitive medical/mental health care when appropriate. In this role, you’ll make a difference in the lives of people with substance abuse challenges, and often with co-occurring conditions. You’ll use and grow your skills in compassionate care, crisis intervention and de-escalation, in a supportive and inclusive work environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to provide our community with substance abuse treatment to help people who are just discovering possibilities in their journey, going from a place of hopelessness to a place where they are valued and have the potential for a better life.

• Participant Care
• Documentation
• Care Coordination
• Facility Maintenance

• Perform health screening for all potential clients
• Monitor vitals, medical triage, and assess clients' needs for sobering
• Maintain records of client's medication in logbook and or EHR system
• Perform appropriate assessment which may include rapid risk intoxication assessment and vitals for every client entering the recovery station
• Document observations every 30 mins
• Case note every 6 hours (in EHR if applicable) which includes medications observation, case management, crisis interventions and discharge
• Create a welcoming environment for participants
• Perform conflict resolution and de-escalation of hostile client
• Respond to crisis's, emergencies and other client needs in an appropriate and timely manner

• Work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team at the Recovery Station
• Participate in daily shift change and report health related concerns and alerts
• Supporting in keeping a clean and safe environment
• Serve as shift lead and be able to support other health tech as needed
• Cover management responsibilities in absence of program manager

• Daily monitoring and maintenance of client records in EHR (if applicable) for errors, corrections, and updating
• Ensure all risk assessments are scanned and uploaded into the client chart daily
• Ensure all medication clearances and Emergency Room discharge paperwork is scanned and uploaded daily into the client chart

• Client Focus – Gains insight into client needs, quickly establishes rapport and relationships using evidence based practices, provides compassionate and empathic client care to all program participants
• Problem Solving – uses logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions…looks beyond the obvious and doesn't stop at the first answer
• Being Resilient – Rebounds from setbacks faced in a high stress environment. Handles and manages crises effectively. Maintains stability when faced with conflict
• Interpersonal Communication – delivers effective communication with a wide range of audiences. Addresses miscommunication quickly and appropriately. Conveys information clearly

• Experience working with diverse populations and cultures
• Experience with Crisis Intervention
• Knowledge of alcohol and drug addiction
• Knowledge of mental health disorders
• Knowledge of social model concepts
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of documentation
• Demonstrated confidence working with computers
• Safeguard PHI information
• Demonstrated ability to remain emotionally stable when faced with hostility or aggression
• Ability to manage time and prioritize
• Able to deliver quality care to diverse populations, cultures and participants with co-occurring disorders in a supportive manner
• Assist with the training and provide guidance for Health Techs/Recovery Specialist

• Current Licensed Vocational Nurse
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Substance Use Disorders, Mental Health, and Crisis intervention
• 1-year experience in similar setting with demonstrated increase of shift responsibility/leadership
• CPR/First Aid certified
• Must have a CA driver's license and good driving record in good standing, depending on program
• Valid California driver's license with a good driving record and car insurance

• 100% of medical, dental, Life and LTD for the employee and 50% for any dependents medical and dental coverage
• PTO and Holiday pay
• Retirement benefits after 6 months of service
• Training and CEU opportunities

Salary: $35-$40 depending on experience and qualifications. Available for a full-time position.

Horizon Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.