YSS is seeking an organized dedicated and compassionate Ember Clinic Nurse LPNto join our Ember Recovery Clinic Operations team in Cambridge. In this role you will be part of a multidisciplinary team to to ensure health safety and wellbeing of clients while addressing their physical and mental health needs. The LPN will assess plan develop coordinate and provide treatment rehabilitation and support services in our residential program. The LPN also provides support with medication management and service/treatment responsibilities include:
Provide Therapeutic Care and Nursing Interventions.
Use available data assessments evaluations and observations to identify health needs and develop care plans.
Monitor highrisk patient cases.
Develop symptom and crisis response.
Prepare and administer injections including vaccinations.
Educate clients on preventing and managing illnesses and chronic conditions.
Manage medication distribution and integrationinto treatment plans.
Evaluate and document psychotropic medication effectiveness and side effects.
Monitor refrigerated medications in compliancewith regulations.
Communicate with pharmacies for medication refills.
Provide training and support on medication management.
Professionally and effectively communicate with patients families medical professionals and staff.
Facilitate and support collaboration and communication between physical health behavioral health and prescribing providers.
Complete patient documentation as per YSS and regulatory agency policy.
Assist with quality assurance and utilization reviews.
Schedule client appointments.
Attend regular meetings and trainings.
Participate in medical oncall system including nights weekends and holidays
Please note that this description is not intended to be a complete list of the responsibilities required for this position. Duties may change at any time with or without notice.
We value your lived experience.
Do you have personal experience with substance use or addiction with at least two years of current continuous recovery Are you passionate about sharing your story to support others on their journey to stability and healing
If you can you serve as a positive role model for sustained sobriety providing mentorship guidance and hope to residents we strongly encourage you to apply for this position.
What you can expect in return...
We believe in your potential we meet you where you are and we invest in your future.
In addition to a welcoming workplace collaborative and supportive colleagues and missiondriven work that creates hope and opportunity by putting kids first YSS offers the followingbenefits for this position:
$5000 sign on bonus
Medical dental vision and life insurance
Supplemental accident critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
Accrued PTO plus paid time off for holidays your birthday and volunteering
Employee Assistance Program
Employee recognition program
Personal wellness programs
Pet insurance discounts
PSLF Program qualification
Retirement offerings
Training opportunities
What we ask...
We want to create a world where youth are valued and empowered to stand strong. To do this we ask our staff to embrace YSS core values Commitment Collaboration Compassion Innovation Integrity and a Can Do Spirit. Additionally we ask for the following:
MUST HAVES Required Qualifications
Must be currently licensed as an LPN in the state of Iowa
One year of related experience in the medical field.
Travel including transporting clients is required for this position. For YSS insurance purposes you must:
be 21 years of age
have a valid stateissued drivers license
have a clean driving record and
have adequate insurance coverage per YSS policy.
SHOULD HAVES Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a clinical setting providing direct support to patients their families and residential staff from diagnosis through treatment.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with customers and team members.
Ability to collaborate and able to work effectively with others regardless of backgrounds identities and status.
Demonstrated passion for helping others and ensuring customer satisfaction in every interaction.
Ability to work well independently and within a team environment.
Comfortable working in a fastpaced dynamic environment and adjusting to changing customer needs.
Strong organizational skills with an eye for detail and ability to multitask effectively.
The IDEAL Candidate:
Speaks a language other than English.
About YSS...
One of Iowas oldest and largest youthserving nonprofit organizations YSSs mission is to create hope and opportunity by putting kids first. We offer education counseling and stability to help youth succeed. With a diverse leadership team and a new 50acre recovery campus opening in 2024 YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. For more about YSS visit to Know
YSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive workplace. We believe that our strength lies in the unique perspectives and backgrounds of our employees. We strive to create an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and have equal opportunities to succeed. Our ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion are central to our mission and we are dedicated to continuous improvement in these areas.
YSS is a nicotinefree workplace.
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