Licensed Practical Nurse PRN

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse | Footprints to Recovery, CO-Detox and Residential Levels of Care, Part Time: Saturdays 7p-7a and PRN

Footprints to Recovery’s approach to drug and alcohol treatment and medical detox is simple; we listen and make use of new methods, research and activities to assist in recovery. Every individual presents with a different story that is unique to him or her. From the first contact to individual, group, or family sessions we work with our clients to develop a personalized plan that addresses each client’s needs.

Job Duties:

• The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist in overseeing the medical and psychiatric management of the patient in coordination with the Nurse Manger and attending provider
• The Licensed Practical Nurse is involved with medication passes and completing rounds 
• This position also provides all services under the supervision of the Director of Nursing
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will complete all nursing intake assessment and screens within 24 hours of new admission and will communicate needs to Nurse Manager/Provider/ Clinical Team as needed
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will complete discharges to include discharge paperwork and discharge medications as patients exit the program
• Will provide routine nursing care
• The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for all Nursing-related services for each patient and for linking patients to the physicians and to outside medical resources
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist with checking the vitals of the patients 
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will update electronic medical records for patients 
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will import orders into the electric medical record system 
• The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the Interdisciplinary Team Meetings when necessary to inform the clinical team about medical issues
• The Licensed Practical Nurse is also a member of the Treatment Team and provides input into the development of the Master Treatment Plan

Minimum Requirements:

• Current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of CO
• Graduate from an accredited school
• Current CPR Certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Ability to work 12 hour shifts
• Ability to transport objects, patients, and equipment
• Ability to respond quickly to patient needs and work at a fast pace
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent computer skills which include EMR experience
• Familiarity with patient care equipment
• Ability to work in an environment that includes the probability of exposure to adverse, hazardous, or unpleasant conditions while caring for adults in active addiction/withdrawal

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in addiction medicine /psychiatric/behavioral health