Licensed Practical Nurse

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides nursing services including the management and dispensing of controlled substance medication. Performs additional nursing responsibilities under the direction of the Nursing Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Primary Responsibilities:

• Receives and records medication into inventory.
• Dispenses and reconciles medication, including following procedures precisely, and reporting any discrepancies.
• Verifies the identity and observes behavior in patients to whom medication or other medical services are provided.
• Records observations and services provided in the clinical record.
• Prepares and reviews various reports relating to medication dispensing and reconciliation.
• Assists in the identification and scheduling of patients for follow-up medical and nursing care, in consultation with medical providers, including monitoring lab results.
• Assists in physical examinations, including acting as a chaperone.
• Performs phlebotomy, EKG’s, immunizations, vital signs, and toxicology tests.
• Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, supervisory meetings, and training.
• Identifies and reports opportunities to improve quality of care, staff effectiveness, and patient satisfaction.

• Satisfactory completion of mandatory training.
• Additional duties as assigned.