Clinical Nurse, LPN - New York, United States - Lower Eastside Service Center

    Lower Eastside Service Center
    Lower Eastside Service Center New York, United States

    1 week ago

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    Job Type Full-timeDescription


    BASIC FUNCTION :
    Dispenses medication to clients

    MAJOR DUTIES :
    Dispenses physician prescribed, non-Methadone and Methadone medications.
    Reports to the disciplinary team on medical/clinical client in response to treatment protocols.
    Develops and conducts health maintenance and educational groups on issues such as hygiene, nutrition and substance use.
    Writes progress notes on clients' issues as indicated.

    Assesses medical/clinical needs of clients, writes progress notes, provides input to Directors, Medical Director, Counselors or Psychiatrist and participates in the treatment planning of the client.

    Conducts initial medical assessment on new admissions.
    Reviews and conducts internal audits of medical charts to ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
    Administers and monitors clients' vital signs.
    Provides emotional support to clients as appropriate.
    Fills in for other nurses who are on leave.
    Performs other duties as assigned from time to time.


    SCHEDULES AVAILABLE:
    Full Time, Per Diem availableTuesday-Saturday 2PM-10PMMonday-Friday 6AM-2PM, alternating Saturdays 6:30AM-2:30PMMonday-Friday 9:30AM-5:30PM, alternating Saturdays 7:00AM-12PMMonday-Friday 6AM-2PM


    LOCATION:
    New York, NY 10002


    RATE :
    $59,000 - $64,000 / year dep.

    on experience We offer excellent benefits including:

    Generous time off that includes 4 weeks of vacationMedical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceDiscounted Commuter benefitsLife insurance & Long term disabilityEligible for Federal Student Loan Repayment ProgramTraining and other additional voluntary benefitsTo join our diverse team, please include a cover letter and salary requirements with your resume/application submission.

    Please visit us at Minorities/Women/Disabled/VetRequirementsQUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :


    • RN/LPN plus 2 year related experience. Understanding of substance abuse and/or Methadone treatment. Multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment. Computer competent.
    Salary Description $59,000 - $64,000 / year dep. on experience