Licensed Practical Nurse

Days - three (3) 12-hours shifts per week. 07:00-19:00 OR four (4) 10-hour shifts per week 07:00-17:00

CORRESPONDING RN POSTING # 3822

Duties and Responsibilities The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Obtains a comprehensive nursing assessment of the patient at admission
• Medicates for withdrawal symptoms, based on physicians’ orders and in compliance with organization policy.
• Initiates nursing process by planning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating nursing case based on clinical knowledge, patient needs, and data collection
• Assists medical staff as necessary and appropriate
• Collects specimens from patients as appropriate
• Documents nursing care provided including interventions and plans in patient record as required
• Maintains close communication with clinical staff regarding any medical information that may impact patient treatment plan
• Performs mental status evaluation to determine the need for further psych evaluation. May administer BDI and/or HS Can work as a member of the Valley Vista team
• Supervises LPNs and LNAs in the Nursing and Detox Program
• Trains new employees, and plans, assigns, and directors work Qualifications Required to Perform

Essential Job Functions:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two yeas related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Must hold a current valid license to practice in the State of Vermont.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Ability
• Strong verbal skills and ability to communicate effectively
• Flexibility to meet a variety of changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong time management
• Follows organization’s attendance and punctuality policies
• Can work as a member of a team
• Demonstrates knowledge of proper boundaries with patients
• Compassion and understanding for patients’ needs and situations

Preferred Qualifications and Skills
• Minimum 1-year experience in a chemical dependency facility or related and 2-3 years related experience preferred, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills, and abilities.