Clinical LPN #314
Spokane Regional Health District
Spokane, WA
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on December 5, 2021
Job 314 Clinical LPN
4 Full Time Positions in Treatment Services
Purpose: In a clinic setting, assists in the care of patients by preparing and administering medications, under supervision; maintains proper records of inventory and usage of drugs.
- Assist in opening and closing of dispensary clinic. Appropriately dispenses Methadone, Buprenorphine/Naloxone, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone, and other medications such as Antabuse to registered patients as required.
- Monitor all patients (with special attention to stabilizing, detoxifying and pregnant patients) during dispensing to ensure they are using medication properly. Report any concerns to the Clinical Nurse 1 providing oversight.
- Utilize medical judgment during the stabilization process and during daily dispensing to ensure patients are utilizing medications properly and appropriately. Inform Clinical Nurse 1 as necessary on patient care.
- Record and account for all Methadone, Buprenorphine/Naloxone, Buprenorphine, Naltrexone received and dispensed under self.
- Perform prescription medication pill counts at the window and ensure appropriate documentation of pill count is obtained.
- Monitor and ensure patient medication orders and schedules are up to date. Inform Clinical Nurse 1 providing oversight about expired or incorrect orders.
- Prepare take home doses of OTP prescribed medications as prescribed by the medical director and/or OTP ARNPs.
- Update weekly, biweekly, and monthly carry lists with up-to-date patient information and pick up dates.
- Ensure adequate supplies are procured as required and advise the overseeing Clinical Nurse 1 as to any additional needed equipment or supplies.
- Provide filing support for medication report sheets, courtesy dosing, and SAMHSA requests.
- Participate in Quality Improvement and Logic Models for program evaluation.
- Maintain HIPAA and 42 C.F.R. Part 2 Confidentiality.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited LPN program
- One year of experience as an LPN. Previous experience working with individuals with a history of substance abuse or mental illness is helpful. Experience working with diverse populations is preferred.
Required Licensure/Certifications:
- Current Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse credential.
Required Immunizations:
- MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella)
- Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)
- Varicella (Chicken Pox)
- Hepatitis B
- Influenza
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- De-escalation skills.
- Knowledge and skills related to caring for individuals with substance use disorder.
- Ability and willingness to learn computerized medication dispensing specific to Methadone or Buprenorphine/Naloxone clinic.
- Basic keyboarding skills.
Environmental Factors:
- Indoors, sedentary with 8 hours/day sitting or standing.
- 4 - 5 hours/day keyboarding or typing at a computer terminal.
- Communication skills to interact effectively with people.
- Comprehend and process verbal communication.
- Visual acuity to read small print.
- Ability to discern colors.
- Ability to discern odors.
- Ability to bend, twist, stoop on an occasional basis.
- Ability to carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis.
- Ability to type, file and complete forms with or without accommodation.
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