Forensic Nurse Specialist- LPN: Department… at Community… · Enfield

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JOB TITLE: Forensic Nurse Specialist- LPN

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Part-time, 20 hours/week

SCHEDULED HOURS: Friday 11am-3pm, Saturday/Sunday 8am-4pm

PROGRAM/LOCATION: DOC Hartford, Enfield, CT

PC# 2538

ABOUT THE PROGRAM: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

To be a member of the core team responsible for the provision of Medication Assisted Treatment to the inmate population within Department of Correction facilities.

Responsible to: • Provide Medication Assisted Treatment for inmates with substance use or co-occurring disorders. • Function in collaboration with CHR OTP team, Department of Corrections Safety and Security staff, and Department of Corrections Health and Addictions Services with the objective of providing daily

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform ongoing evaluation of patients’ response to treatment, including assessment of withdrawal symptoms, vital signs.
• Prepare individual medication doses as ordered by a physician.
• Provide dosing for all three FDA approved Medications for Opioid Use Disorder.
• Responsible to accurately input data into the electronic health record, including medication specific software and behavioral health record.
• Execute the medical and medication regimen of care as ordered by the physician.
• Provide services in Department of Correction facilities.
• Coordinate admission and discharge documentation.
• Monitor toxicology screens, document results, and prepared results for laboratory.
• Adhere to the standards for Medication Assisted Treatment as outlined by DPH, DMHAS, National Commission on Correctional Healthcare, D.E.A., and the U.S. Federal Government.
• Monitor medication stock and ordering as described in CHR policies and all regulatory bodies.
• Provide medication injections as ordered by APRN or MD.
• Communicate with team members and Medical Doctor regarding patient status and progress.
• Maintains documentation in compliance with agency and program standards.
• Participates in staff meetings, supervision, trainings and other meetings as assigned.
• Additional duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Nursing education for LPN; for Per Diem LPN or RN.

Experience: Nursing experience on OTP preferred, not required.

Licensure/Certification/Registration: License Practical Nurse for full-time position, LPN or Registered Nurse license for Per Diem positions successful completion of Department of Correction Background checks.

Why Join CHR?

Be part of an exciting, supportive, and dynamic workplace where your growth and well-being are our top priorities!

• Comprehensive benefits packages include health insurance, ample paid time off (including your birthday!), employer contributions to your 403b Retirement Plan, and competitive insurance premiums with added discounts on pet, home and auto!
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs, including exclusive tuition discounts for CHR employees at several local colleges/universities
• Career development opportunities! FREE robust training curriculum, featuring our Clinical Training Series for interactive learning, practical skill enhancement, and professional growth! Clinical supervision and/or mentoring offered at several programs
• Wellness program: Annual wellness stipend, FREE premium subscription to the Calm app, 6 FREE confidential counseling sessions through our Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation and involvement, including contests, lunch & learns (meet with our CEO!), employee appreciation events, employee-led resource groups open to all, and more!

And so much more! (Many benefits are available to all staff, regardless of the hours worked, with some subject to eligibility)

COMPENSATION*:

$24.21/hour min-$36.32/hour max

*Actual rates within this range are determined at the time of offer and are based on relevant experience, as well as adherence to our internal equity policy. (Please note, positions less than 40 hours this range would be pro-rated based on hours worked)

CHR is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all to apply.

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