LPN

Position:          Medical Healthcare Provider
 
Reports to:     Medical Team Leader
 
 Purpose:
 
Aid clients with medical needs.
 
Summary:
 
Provide health care services to Harbor Light detox and program clients according to professional standards and The Salvation Army Harbor Light Policies and Procedures.
 
 
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
 

• Manage all inquires with regards to information, referral, and/or possible admission
• Conduct pre-admission screenings of potential clients for detoxification services, schedule detoxification admissions according to Harbor Light admission criteria
• Conduct client admissions/discharges to detoxification and residential programs, including completion of all required medical documents
• Provide general health care of clients which includes but is not necessarily limited to: a) administering and recording medications as prescribed by attending physicians, b) perform vital sign checks and document results
• Take appropriate action as directed by attending physician to ensure clients medical stability and in cases of emergency facilitate assistance per Harbor Light protocol. 
• Assist Medical Director or designate in the provision of medical services
• Work with the treatment team to maintain order, discipline, and a substance free environment
• Attend all required staff meetings; training sessions, seminars and/or workshops for staff development 
• Maintain records, charts, logs and all other pertinent data for the medical unit on a daily basis

 
Qualifications:
 

• Possess working knowledge  of Occupation, Safety, and Health Administration standards and Universal Precautions
• Possess good communication skills
• TB Test and police clearance required
• Authorization to work within The United States

 
Education/Experience:  
 

• Experience in substance abuse preferred

 
Computer Skills:  
 

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications and email
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred

 

1. Reasoning Ability:  

 

• • Understand and work within The Salvation Army and Harbor Light Mission Statements
  • Possess an excellent working knowledge of The Harbor Light Policies and Procedures

 

1. Certificates and Licenses:  

 

• • Must possess one of the following Michigan licenses: Registered Nurse, Practical Nurse, EMT, or Paramedic

 

1. Physical Demands:  

 

• • Ability to life 25 pounds
  • Frequent walking, bending, standing, and sitting for long periods of time
  • Capability to visually evaluate and observe people and inspect packages and events
  • The ability to hear and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

 

1. Work Environment:   

 

• • Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and biohazards

 
 
 

1. In addition:  Must be highly organized, motivated, a self starter with the ability to multi-task, be creative.

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