Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Front Range
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Job Category: Hourly | Non-Exempt | Full-Time
Salary Range: $30-$51 per hour (Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience and license)
Job Site: Foundry Front Range (Broomfield)
Job Summary:
The RN or LPN is responsible for assessing patient health problems, administering nursing care to patients, maintaining vital medical records, implementing nursing care plans, and advising patients on health maintenance.
Education and Experience:

• Current, unrestricted nursing license in Colorado (registered with DORA).
• RN, LPN Diploma, Associates, or Bachelors in Nursing.
• 2+ years of clinical RN, LPN experience preferred.
• Psychiatric and/or substance abuse/detox experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to be compassionate to those needing and receiving services.
• Clinical charting and documentation according to JCAHO and BHA standards.
• Impeccable ethics, integrity, and patient relations skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal, communication and management skills.
• Sound medical judgment and decision making skills.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must be adept at quickly learning multiple computer systems and platforms.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's EMR system.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care to clients, including addressing medical concerns, monitoring vitals, and overseeing withdrawal symptoms, medication administration via all routes.
• Provide appropriate care in case of emergencies in consultation with medical providers.
• Oversee the detoxification process according to Provider's orders.
• Supervise the monitoring of medications: obtain orders from Provider, place all orders in EMR system, verify all medications brought in, confirm medication counts weekly, order medications as needed including PRN medications, and approve PRN medications according to Provider's parameters.
• Dispose of expired and discontinued medications and prescriptions.
• Obtain and implement physician orders.
• Obtain urine and blood samples.
• Assist with admissions: complete medical screening, aid with search of belongings, and schedule Provider to see clients.
• Keep Medical team updated about any medical issues patients may experience.
• Assist with and keep accurate charting records according to state regulations and JCAHO.
• Update service plans with medical and psychiatric areas being addressed.
• Orient client regarding any medical orders obtained, including how to use BioSound, BioMat, and AlphaStim, as well as how Vivitrol, Sublocade, Brixadi and other extended-release medications can be helpful.
• Complete extended-release and special medication patient enrollment form, follow up on prescriptions as necessary, administer injections as ordered.
• Complete detox admission/discharge summary and RTC/PHP discharge summary as indicated by level of care.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working/typing on a computer.
• Climbing stairs, walking, bending, reaching, sitting, standing, using hands, see, talk, hear.
• Exposure to a medical and clinical environment.
• Must be able to lift 20 pounds at times.
• Driving in all weather conditions.

This description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Salary Description
$30 to $51 per hour