Liberation Programs, Inc. · 2 months ago
Full Time LPN or RN - Stamford, CT
Liberation Programs is a leading behavioral health organization in Fairfield County, specializing in treatment for substance use disorders. They are seeking a Full Time Nurse for their outpatient clinic in Stamford, CT, responsible for providing support in methadone dispensing, patient education, and coordinating medical care.
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Responsibilities
Provide “back-up” and relief for the methadone dispensing nurse
Dose via Avatar and hand dose in emergency situations
Calibrate equipment and close out for the day
Document in Avatar as needed
Document in AWARDS as needed to provide medical care coordination
Provide patient education on medications, side effects, medical conditions
Lead “wellness” efforts for clients
Qualification
Required
Current CT Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Three to five years of direct patient care in hospital, primary care, psychiatric facility or home care
A work history that demonstrates leadership, accomplishment and the ability to get work accomplished on time and within predetermined specifications
Computer skills, with demonstrated ability with Microsoft Outlook
Strong oral and written communication skills along with the interpersonal skills to work effectively at all levels of the organization and its stakeholders
Preferred
Experience in substance abuse/methadone dispensing
Knowledge of the principles of addiction treatment
Practical experience in the field of addiction treatment
Familiarity with methadone dispensing software, Accumedic
Benefits
Competitive Compensation
Medical/Dental/Vision
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
Company Paid Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts for Health, Dependent Care, Parking and Transit
401K with Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off Policy
HRSA Student Loan Forgiveness Participant
Supportive Work Environment
Company
Liberation Programs, Inc.
Liberation Programs’ mission is to provide prevention, treatment and recovery services to help individuals and their families impacted by substance use and mental health conditions to foster hope and maintain wellness.