LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - HH

Job Title: LPN Harbor House

Job Summary

Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse for immediate hire for our residential drug treatment program. LPN'S who are interested in pursuing a career in the behavioral health and addiction field are encouraged to consider available positions with Argus Community, Inc. Our OASAS - licensed residential treatment program.

Responsibilities

• include, but are not limited to:
• Conducting initial health and ongoing clinical assessments.
• Overseeing administration of medications and monitoring adherence.
• Coordinating medical treatment and follow up with community medical providers.
• Working closely with consulting psychiatrist and psychiatric nurse practitioner.
• Ensuring seamless procurement of prescription medication from partnering pharmacies.
• Maintaining records as per state and agency regulations.
• Providing training for program staff.
• Meeting with directors and program staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Providing emergency first aid/CPR assistance when needed.
• Related duties as assigned.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications/Criteria

NYS LPN license; experience in working with mentally ill chemically dependent adults; basic computer literacy; CPR training certification or willingness to take training class in CPR; ability to work under stress; ability to communicate effectively with residents and health care professionals; flexibility and physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.