Licensed Practical Nurse

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse | Footprints to Recovery, CO Inpatient (Detox and Residential Levels of Care|

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 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 is involved with medication passes and completing rounds 
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist with checking the vitals of the patients 
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will be involved with doing rounds and 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 and is available for emergency medical situations
• This position also provides all services under the supervision of the Director of Nursing
• The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible to provide medical & history screens and providing routine nursing care
• The Licensed Practical Nurse facilitates one Nursing Group with patients per week
• The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist in overseeing the medical and psychiatric management of the patient in coordination with the attending physician
• 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
• Good communication skills
• Good computer skills which include EMR experience (Sun Wave)
• 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 the sick
• Ability to work with potentially infectious specimens and patients

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in treatment of substance use disorders/addiction medicine/ psychiatric/behavioral health