RN/LPN - Addiction Services

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• Stepping Stone - Evansville, IN 47714Southwestern Behavioral Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Full-Time Registered Nurse (RN), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our professional team. This position supports Stepping Stone, our addiction services program, and plays a vital role in delivering high-quality care to individuals on their recovery journey. This is a day-shift role, with regular business hours
• Monday through
• Friday, 8:00
• AM - 5:00 PM primarily, offering a consistent schedule and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. WHY WORK FOR SOUTHWESTERN? AFFORDABLE Health, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance that starts DAY ONE of employment! 401K Employer Contribution & Match Student Loan Assistance Program Physical & Financial Wellness Programs Generous Paid Time Off plan Competitive Total Compensation Program Individualized orientation and training program We are GROWING!! WHAT IS THIS POSITION RESPONSIBLE FOR? Verify patient information by interviewing patient; review and/or record medical history; take vital signs; identify any active complaints. Support medical staff by assisting during examinations; dispose of contaminated supplies; administer medication as directed; authorize drug refills as directed; telephone prescriptions to pharmacies. Maintain stock of medical supplies. Dispense and administer medication. Educate patients by providing information and instructions concerning their medication, infectious diseases, wellness and safety, answer questions. Monitor patient compliance to medication system and response to medication. Screen patients for physical health needs and make referrals as necessary.
• Patient
• Advocate/Liaison: Serve as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, Community Resource Specialist and other care providers. Facilitate referrals to primary care physicians, dentists, and other specialty practices as indicated. Provide needed therapeutic interventions and protection for individuals who are in crisis. Administer TB tests, interprets results, and makes any related referrals. Serves as a professional nursing link between patient and physician, pharmacist, case manager, therapist, and other care providers. Provide emergency interventions as directed. Travel to other Southwestern offices or in the community may occasionally be required. Job QualificationWHAT'S REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION? Associate degree required. Current, valid State of Indiana RN or LPN license. If RN or LPN, must be a graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. Certificate programs not accepted.
• SCHEDULE: During business hours of Monday – Friday; 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. primarily Complete and maintain certification as a TB test administrator. Must have knowledge of relevant, clinical issues and demonstrable clinical expertise for patient populations served. Knowledge of medical terminology; excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation. Requires exceptional customer service and phone etiquette; excellent communication skills; attention to detail; ability to maintain effective and organized systems to ensure timely patient flow; skill to act independently and quickly when necessary. Must have valid driver's license, auto insurance that meets the Indiana State minimum coverage requirement, and qualify for Company's vehicle liability insurance. Candidates must pass required background checks including county/state checks, sex offender registry check, fingerprinting, CPS check and drug screen. If you are interested in joining a fun, friendly, innovative team, apply today! EOE/AA including Veterans and Disabled. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application process, please call (812) 435-2057.