The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at is responsible for assessing clients in an inpatient drug and alcohol detoxification program and administering medication to them. The LVN works directly with the contracted physician’s office, other clinical staff and medical staff and to ensure nursing components of the organization are appropriately coordinated. Responsibilities. Consult with the physician(s) concerning patient evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing in planning and developing the ... more details
Job Description
The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) at is responsible for assessing clients in an inpatient drug and alcohol detoxification program and administering medication to them. The LVN works directly with the contracted physician’s office, other clinical staff and medical staff and to ensure nursing components of the organization are appropriately coordinated.
Responsibilities
Consult with the physician(s) concerning patient evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing in planning and developing the nursing services to be performed for the patient.
Examine the patient and their records/chart to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings in order to recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional, or mental problems.
Perform administrative duties regarding assigned patients, such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
Provide written and/or oral reports on the status of patients as requested or directed by committees.
Initiate requests for consultation or referral and respond to requests from the patient, physician or nursing staff.
Assist with patient activities. When required, perform range of motion, assist in ambulation, and provide emotional support.
Provide information to the patient and family members of prevention techniques and other ways to maintain or improve the general health and psychosocial status of the patient.
This is a full-time position that will work 11am-11pm.
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Qualifications
Must be a graduate of an approved vocational nursing program with a current licensure from
the Texas Board of Nursing.
Must possess a current, active CPR certification.
Knowledge of crisis management and therapeutic intervention
Knowledge of addiction, co-occurring disorders and dual diagnosis, as well as 12-Step programs
Ability to work effectively as a member of a competent multidisciplinary team.
Organizational, time management, and problem solving skills
Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.?
Additional Information
We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.?All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/
Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.
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