Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Outpatient

Description

Purpose Statement:

Northstar Behavioral Health Network is a team of professionals that specialize in serving those battling substance use disorders, specifically Opioid Use Disorder and Stimulant Use Disorder. Also specializing in those needing Intensive Residential Treatment Services.  

Job Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential Functions)

• Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventive therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patients as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes. 
• Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines and standards as observed by the Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing. 
• Administer medication accurately, observing client response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes. 
• Maintain and coordinate communication among client, staff and physician as evidenced within medical record, client and health care team feedback. 
• Client Admissions
• Working on Prior Authorizations
• Assist in assuring that effective communication exists with patients as reflected in the plan of care. Give punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients.
• Work collaboratively with other members of the health care team in coordination of the patient's care as evidenced by other department feedback.
• Answer and refer telephone calls or other inquiries to ensure accurate and timely communications are facilitated.
• Comprehensive understanding of all MN Statutes related to providing services for the population NBHN serves

Requirements

*Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Must be licensed by the State of Minnesota as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Must have two years of freedom from chemical use problems
• Must pass a State of Minnesota Background Check
• CPR Certification or attain within 30 days
• Ability to use Microsoft office programs and other computer skills