What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Lane County?
About the Position
This position is with our medication assisted treatment programs. Primary duties include responsibility for all aspects of daily dispensing of methadone medication, including preparation and administration of doses, and ensuring that all aspects of dispensing meet Federal, State and DEA regulations. Provide care management and education for individuals with opioid use disorder. Coordination of patient care with prescribers and clinical team. Nursing assessments including the need for emergency services to hospital or primary care. Supporting our providers with rooming and other patient care and support duties as needed. Will need to be able to navigate both EHR systems used daily. Will be back up support for our medical team in both the Methadone and Buprenorphine programs.
About the Division
The Lane County Medication Assisted Treatment Program uses a holistic model of treatment that embraces traditional abstinence based recovery as well as harm reduction principles. We have a small, but dedicated team who provides medication assisted treatment services to help program participants reduce and ultimately end the use of heroin and other opioid drugs.
Schedule : Monday - Friday; 5 : 00am - 2 : 00pm.
- These positions are represented by AFSCME Local 2831.
Experience and Training :
Graduation from an approved school for Licensed Practical Nursing.
Special Requirements :
DRIVER’S LICENSE
Must be in possession of a valid driver's license at time of application, and a valid Oregon Driver's license by time of appointment.
Notes :
Studies have shown that women and BIPOC individuals are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. The county will consider any equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
