Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinical Trainee

Job Category: Residential

Requisition Number: LICEN001148

Posted: September 16, 2024

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Venice, CA 90291, USA

Rate: $30 USD per hour

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Nurse Manager, the Licensed Vocational Nurse Clinical Trainee is responsible for coordinating and arranging all medical services for a Phoenix House program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arranges and assists in the provision of on-site medical services conducted by the consulting physician.
• Arranges off-site medical services as needed.
• Prepares and maintains all medical records.
• Responsible for overseeing and implementing self-administration of medication.
• Provides client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, which includes assisting with daily routines, hygiene, dressing, meetings, and other responsibilities as assigned.
• Monitors and reports the behaviors of clients/patients.
• Ensures the safety of program participants.
• Creates opportunities for and teaches general life skills in health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Maintains overall confidentiality records.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining medical supplies and all facility first aid equipment and supplies.
• Responsible for maintaining medical office and ensuring all medicines are safely and securely stored.
• Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars, both on and off-site, as needed.
• Administers tuberculosis tests to clients as indicated by Phoenix House procedures.
• Maintains all required reporting functions and assures 100% completion of all paperwork.
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations.
• Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements.
• Participates in program and all staff meetings.
• Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

The incumbent in this position has no supervisory responsibilities.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CREDENTIALS

• Must have 2 years of direct patient care experience.
• Must be actively enrolled in an accredited Licensed Vocational Nurse program.
• Must obtain a valid credential within six (6) months of hire or six (6) months of program completion.
• Must obtain TB test clearance and update on a yearly basis.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrated commitment to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Proficiency in MS Office systems.
• Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients.
• Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor.
• Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities.
• Understanding of patient development and family systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to be flexible, problem-solver, self-directed, customer service-oriented, and collaborative.
• Skills to engage and develop rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds.