LPN
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Posted Aug 14
- Unit
- Psych
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Role
- Term
- Per Diem
- Setting
- Behavioral Health
- Accepts
- LPN
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Summary
In accordance with RNP's Mission Statement, Philosophy of Client Care and Code of Ethics as stated in the Personnel Policies and under the supervision of
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Responsibilities
All duties are subject to accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Assists Medical providers by transcribing orders in a timely manner with accuracy and attention to detail. Observe and document the self-administration of prescribed controlled and non-controlled medications and, when medically indicated, administer medications to treat psychiatric, substance abuse, and medical issues in accordance with approved nursing techniques, program policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations. Verifies, updates, records and files doctors' orders, dosage levels and laboratory results in client records.
Maintain correctly stocked medication inventory, ensure safety of medications/supplies, keep an accurate log of reports of medications. Observes clients, records significant conditions and reactions, manages, and notifies supervisor or physician of any changes in client's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Documents refusal of medication(s) and all PRNs which are administered during shift.
Provide medical education for clients served within the co-occurring enhanced intensive residential treatment program on an individual basis as needed and in groups periodically. Engages in ongoing training to enhance knowledge of co-occurring disorders to remain current in the field. Forward all individual Kardex’s to counselors for filing at the end of each month.
Obtains PPD records and/or administers PPD to clients and maintains records of clients.
Qualifications
Ability to provide caring and compassionate care. Specialized judgment, skill in observation, care, and counseling of clients with co-occurring disorders. Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships. Excellent communication skills. Ability to project a professional image.
Education and/or
Experience
LPN recognized in the State of Connecticut. Previous experience in opiate treatment programming, co-occurring programming or similar community-based behavioral health organization preferred.
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Physical requirement and work environment
The physical requirements and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position requires the manual dexterity sufficient to operate phones, computers, and other office equipment.
The position requires the physical ability to kneel, bend and perform light lifting. This person must have the ability to write and speak clearly using the English language to convey information and be able to hear at normal speaking levels both in person and over the telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Generally, the working conditions are good with little or no exposure to extremes in health, safety hazards and/or hazardous materials. This person must have the ability to travel as required to work with staff.
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Requirements
- Ability to provide caring and compassionate care.
- Specialized judgment, skill in observation, care, and counseling of clients with co-occurring disorders.
- Considerable knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding client confidentiality.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to project a professional image.
- EDUCATION AND/OR
- LPN recognized in the State of Connecticut.
- Previous experience in opiate treatment programming, co-occurring programming or similar community-based behavioral health organization preferred.
Place
- City
- Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Median rent
- $1,450/mo
- Local household income
- $58,685/yr
- State price level
- 4% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Connecticut index 103.6, where 100 is the national average.
Bridgeport sits along Connecticut's Long Island Sound shoreline, offering nurses a mid-size city vibe with waterfront access at Seaside Park and the walkable Black Rock neighborhood's cafés and pubs. It's a practical base between New York and New Haven with regional rail access, local arts venues, and diverse community life.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
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Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
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