Staff Nurse LPN

SUMMARY: The Medication Assisted Treatment Nurse provides quality nursing care and medication administration to patients with opiate use disorder and co-occurring diagnosis within the scope of practice and specific program expectations.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

• Safely dispense OUD medication as prescribed and continue to monitor patient for potential side effects.
• Follow protocols as established by programs Policy and Procedures and as outlined by the OUD Physician Order Sets.
• Evaluate and assess medical stability of established patients within program expectations and professional scope, identifying any special needs or circumstances that require licensed medical professional notification.
• Perform patient care activities within scope, according to program policy and procedures, medication orders, and other established patient care processes.
• Recognize and initiate appropriate response to crisis or emergency situations. Lift patient if necessary for safety.
• Participate in treatment team meetings, and similar other activities as needed.
• Provide care coordination, case management and patient health in individual or group settings.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and medical teams to ensure that safety and industry standards are maintained program wide.
• Administer and review PPD (Tuberculosis testing for purified protein derivative) as needed.
• Collect urinalysis sample, perform rapid toxicology screening, according to established policies as needed.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are required of this position.
• Travel to sites to provide services or deliver medications as needed (if an approved driver)
• Achieve outcomes using methods that align with CODA’s mission and values:
  • Communicate accurately and positively about recovery and the use of evidence-based treatments.
  • Use data and science to identify barriers, overcome obstacles, and inform decisions.
  • Be financially responsible; avoid waste, document accurately, seek new opportunities to serve.
  • Demonstrate compassion and respect for others.
• Assisting with short-term coverage for additional clinical and administrative duties where needed.
• After hours, weekend (Saturday, Sunday), and holiday on-call services as required.

Provide information, assistance, and occasional training to other team members

EXPERIENCE: REQUIRED EDUCATION AND

• Current, unencumbered Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure. Completion of an accredited nursing education program that includes at least 500 hours of direct patient contact.
• Experience with substance use disorder or mental health population preferred.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

• Demonstrated consistency in the application of “6 Rights” of medication administration.
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to adhere to established principles of patient safety.
• Make judgments in practice, substantiated with evidence, that integrate nursing science in the provision of safe, quality care and that promote the health of patients within a family and community context.
• Ability to utilize both oral and written communications skills to effectively communicate with clients, co-workers, community resources, supervisors,

and various other individuals encountered in the course of performing work while maintaining client confidentiality and establishing professional rapport.

• Ability to maintain professional communications and boundaries while managing complex situations and interacting with individuals diagnosed with substance use or co-occurring conditions.
• Ability to operate a computer, utilize basic MS Office programs, and effectively navigate and maintain client records in an electronic medical records system.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

• Current, unencumbered Oregon RN or LPN license.
• May need a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to acquire within one month of hire.
• Crisis prevention training completion within 90 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to perform Basic Life Support for 15 minutes continuously and maintain BLS certification.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle (if required to drive).
• Must be able to follow proper protocol while interacting directly with patients and working in a clinical environment.
• Must be able to operate a personal computer, including reading from a computer monitor, keyboarding, and using a mouse.
• Must be able to negotiate staircase, reach, bend, and handle objects.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Knowledge of chemical dependency preferred.
• A negative result on all pre-employment, reasonable basis, and post-accident drug screens.
• An acceptable criminal record as determined by DHS, the Oregon Administrative Rules, and the Oregon Revised Statutes.
• An acceptable driving record and the recommended amount of personal automobile insurance as determined by CODA’s automobile insurance provider (if driving is required).