Licensed Vocational Nurse - PRN - Austin, TX
Company: Cenikor Foundation
Location: Austin
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
*Overview *Cenikor pays in the 90th percentile range for the
Austin market* Medical Benefits * Tuition Reimbursement * 200 hours
Paid Time Off * 401k * Leadership and Career Development
ProgramsCenikor Foundation is a non profit organization and one of
the largest substance abuse treatment centers in the nation. We are
currently seeking a PRN Licensed Vocational Nurse for our facility
in Austin, TX.JOB SUMMARY:Do you have a desire to serve others and
your community? Are you seeking purposeful work with a
mission-driven organization? If so, our LVN position may be right
for you! Responsible for working closely with nursing, program and
clinical staff to provide health services and professional nursing
care for all clients.SCHEDULE:As neededESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Provide
health services and professional nursing care for clients,
including routine treatment per procedure or as prescribed.
Coordinate client care with nurse supervisor and/or physician
supervision.Maintain processes with insurance department to ensure
quality length of stay and maximize revenue.Receive, update and
pass on shift report per standards and timeframes as
required.Assist with obtaining medical history information from
clients and family members at time of admission.Administer
prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved
nursing techniques and monitor for compliance.Act as charge nurse
in absence of RN or RN Supervisor, including handling client and
facility issues and communicating with appropriate
management/physician as necessary.Provide information to clients
regarding medication, nutrition, STD's and hygiene in an individual
or group setting.Oversee routine laboratory work, such as
urinalysis, blood draw as required and maintain accurate records of
specimens.Observe clients, record significant conditions and
reactions, and notifies physician, nursing supervisor, and facility
director of issues as appropriate. Monitor vital signs upon
admission, during treatment and upon discharge.Maintain patient
records by obtaining, recording, and updating personal and
financial information utilizing appropriate computer software for
reporting and appropriate billing and authorization
purposes.Develop medical components of treatment plan and completes
nursing assessments. Track infections, STD's and positive VDRL,
HIV, verifying or referring for treatment. Administer specified
medication, and notes time and amount on patients' charts. Attend
staff meetings on clients' progress.Monitor treatment of diabetic
clients to ensure proper caloric intake and coordinates to ensure a
proper diet. Observe patients and reports adverse reactions to
nurse supervisor and physician.Administer CPR in emergency
situations.Answer phones in nurse station as needed, taking
messages and transferring calls as necessary.Adhere strictly to
HIPAA regulations in regards to client confidentiality.Assist in
all functions associated with Admissions including collecting and
coordinating collection of client responsibility with Business
Manager and Accounting Assistant.Responsible for knowing 3rd party
payor process related to verification, authorization and
reauthorization as well as client responsibility and collections.
Work with insurance billing department to actively manager 3rd
party payor clients to ensure quality care and fiscal
responsibilityPerform additional duties as assigned and consistent
with the non-exempt functions as defined in this job
description.QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:Skills, Knowledge and
Abilities:Knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to individuals
with substance abuse and mental health disorders.Experienced in
providing medical care to a diverse ethnic and cultural
population.Excellent assessment and communication skills.Possesses
good time management skills needed to meet aggressive deadlines and
prioritize multiple tasks.Patience, perseverance, and resilience in
a challenging environment.Presents a professional, positive
image.Capable of performing job responsibilities in a professional
manner.Excellent documentation skills.Ability to consistently
uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:Demonstrate mission
of service to our clientsPositive, respectful communication with
both staff and clientsDemonstrate self-motivation and perseverance
to achieve goalsRole model appropriate, professional behaviors
including appropriate client boundariesWork effectively as part of
a team, helping to set up others for successEducation:High School
Diploma or GED requiredAssociates degree preferredGraduate of an
accredited practical nursing program requiredExperience:Minimum of
one (1) year nursing experience requiredExperience providing care
for individuals with alcohol and substance abuse, mental health and
chemical dependency treatment preferredIMPORTANT NOTES:DRUG FREE
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