Clinical Nurse, LPN Per Diem
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DescriptionBASIC FUNCTION: Dispenses medication to clients.MAJOR DUTIES:* Dispenses physician prescribed, non-Methadone and Methadone medications.* Reports to the disciplinary team on medical/clinical clients 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 Psychiatrists 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.SCHEDULE: Day/Flexible & ½ day SaturdayRATE: $40.00/hour - $40.00/hourLOCATION: New York, NY 10002To join our diverse team, please include salary requirements with your resume/application submission.Please visit us at www.lesc.orgEEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/VetRequirementsQUALIFICATION - EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:* LPN plus 1 year related experience. Understanding of substance use and/or Methadone treatment.* Multi-culturally sensitive to the needs of clients in treatment.