RN/LPN

Essential Functions  

• ­­Demonstrate knowledge of Level of Care criteria for admission and understands the issues, concepts and medical implications essential to the identification and treatment of addiction in adults.  Collaborates with the Medical Director when necessary.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the individual medication protocol for clients and withdrawal from alcohol and other drugs.
• Understands the medical and pharmacological resources in treatment of substance use disorders and utilizes standards of care under the scope of the LPN licensure in the administration of medication protocols for withdrawal as evidenced by observation of the assessment process of clients in acute withdrawal, appropriate use of the CINA and CIWA scales, administration of medication with 100% accuracy, appropriate documentation of medication and 100% transcription of physician’s orders.
• Reports pertinent issues and questions to the Medical Director and Program Director.
• Consults with the Medical Director regarding medication and medical issues
• Admission nursing assessments and screenings.
• Conducts regular audits of MARs and controlled medication records.
• Conducts medication counts.
• Identifies discrepancies in counts and documentation, reporting these to the Program Director/Supervisor; Clinical Director/Supervisor.
• Completes Incident Reports.
• Attends multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Attends trainings as assigned.
• Supervises the administration of medication
• Reconciles medications for all clients.
• Complete daily audits of medication logs, controlled substance register, and medication count logs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Adheres to the center/departmental policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Can be depended upon to meet established standards and achieve desired results.
• Pays attention to details in performing job.
• Exhibits professional demeanor in tone of voice, appearance, and movement.
• Maintains a high standard of confidentiality regarding the patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Demonstrates serious effort to improve job performance
• Projects a positive attitude in professional and personal interactions in the work environment.
• Uses effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Cooperates with others, demonstrating respect and courtesy.
• Maintains professional behavior in stressful situations.
• Adheres to The Dimock Center’s policies regarding attendance and tardiness
• Follows policies related to work and breaks
• Assists in meeting scheduling needs in helping to cover for absences, emergencies, times of heavy workload, holidays, and vacations.

Physical Demands

Light (requires lifting 20 lbs., with frequent carrying of up to 20 lbs.)

Required Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree in any related field
• Bachelor’s degree in any related field (desired)
• License/Registration/Certification: Current Massachusetts LPN Nursing License, Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification within 90 days of hire, Currently CPR certified, Documentation of Ongoing CEUs to HR

Other Duties

Note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of duties that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

EEO Statement

The Dimock Center values diversity and its committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.