Job Purpose

The Nurse will help lead LIFECORE Health Group Addiction Services to excellence by ensuring: that nursing services are provided and coordination of medical care and patient interaction in order to provide the most supportive environment for optimum patient outcome.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

· Provide nursing service to residential and outpatient patients with substance abuse, mental, emotional and physical problems · Research and implement best practices for nursing services · Medication management, vital signs, scheduling/referrals, and patient education · Maintain documentation necessary with regulatory agencies standards · Maintain clean and well stocked clinical areas · Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

· Licensed Practical Nurse · A minimum of 1 years of nursing experience · Experience in using computer software and EMR proficient · Excellent interpersonal skills that allow the incumbent to build strong relationships both within the agency and with vital outside interests · Excellent skills in collaboration and team building · A minimum of 1 year non-abusive use of substances

Working Conditions

The job is on-call.

Physical Requirements

Minimal to strenuous physical exertion with some bending, stooping and lifting.