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- Perform assigned clinical tasks under the direction of a provider or a registered nurse including: administer and dispense medications and immunizations
- Provides accurate and timely dispensing of methadone and other medications in accordance with program policy
- Maintain dispensing records in accordance with DEA regulations and program policy and procedures
- Contribute to the initial and ongoing assessment of patients
- Obtain urine sample collection and perform breathalyzer tests as ordered
- Obtain patient information and medical history including current medications, allergies, chief complaint, and immunization schedule
- Perform basic patient care activities including taking and charting vital signs
- Under the direction of a registered nurse, provide patient education from standardized teaching plans
- Transcribe orders, maintain telephone communication, and call prescription refills as directed by providers
- Assist with tracking and review of medical records and lab results
- Clean equipment and rooms. Maintain a safe environment
- Procure and stock equipment and supplies and ensure that equipment is operable through quality assurance checks
- Maintain clinical competence within the area of specialty
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with patient and family, team members, department and medical center personnel
- Perform other duties as assigned, but only when trained to do so
- Completion of an approved course in practical nursing
- Possession of a valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Current CPR certification
- One year ambulatory work experience as a Medical Assistant or LPN
- Substance use, mental health or other related experience
- Has done blood draws and injections OR is willing to learn these skills
- Must possess basic nursing skills and deliver safe patient care
- Attention to detail and ability to problem solve are essential
- Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Licensed Practical Nurse - Minneapolis, United States - Hennepin County Medical Center
Description
SUMMARY
We are currently seeking a LPN to join our Addiction Medicine Clinic team. This position is part-time with benefits, 40 hours per pay period, day/evening shift, and every other weekend.
Individuals hired into this clinic are required to sign the attestation statement of freedom from substance use issues for the previous 2 years.
With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse assists providers in the delivery of care and performs nursing functions within the LPN scope of practice.
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