Job Summary: In accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values, the LPN OTP is responsible for the daily dispensing of Methadone. The following duties will apply:
Duties
- Coordinate and document medical program compliance in accordance with Agency & OASAS policies, procedures and regulations.
- Dispense Methadone medications accurately to OTP clients.
- Accurately administer injectable medications to outpatient clients as needed and follow up with proper documentation.
- Monitor patient inductions by obtaining precise vital signs and thoroughly documenting responses to Methadone.
- Execute medical orders by facilitating medication refill requests and processing insurance prior authorizations.
- Perform clinical tasks including administering EKGs and collecting urine drug screens.
- Ensure that all documentation for Methadone dispensing is recorded accurately.
- Completes Medication Administration Records and Chain of Custody forms for residential patients receiving Methadone.
- Maintains up to date inventory on all supplies for OTP program.
- Maintain flawless records by accurately completing Medication Administration Records (MARs) and Chain of Custody forms.
- Print and archive daily Methadone administration documentation according to legal retention policies.
- Initiate COTI referrals promptly for clients missing doses for 2 or more days.
- Orients new clients to the Methadone program and answers client questions.
- Monitors and documents Methadone supply twice daily.
- Maintains electronic and manual Methadone pumps and reports any concerns.
- Participate in general, staff, in-service and supervisory meetings held by the Agency.
- Participates in agency/program continuous improvement/department enhancements related to medical/nursing.
- Provides DON/OTP and counselors with verbal communication updates of client status or more frequently as necessary.
- Responds appropriately to crisis and emergency situations in order to ensure/secure the health and safety of the clients. Adheres to regulatory guidelines and follows-up by appropriate communication and documentation to identified personnel.
- Assures that all clients’ required record documentation is accurate and timely and in compliance with Agency and regulatory policies, practices and procedures.
- Perform other duties and functions as directed.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Valid NYS LPN. Valid NYS Drivers’ License. Behavioral Health and Substance Use Disorder background preferred. CPR Certification will be required within thirty days of hire.
Other Skills/Knowledge and Experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with culturally diverse persons, staff and community service providers.
- Working knowledge of behavioral health.
- Ability to multi-task, have good problem solving & time management skills.
- Recognition and understanding of the scope of practice according to the Nurse Practice Act.
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