What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ember Clinic Nurse - LPN position at YSS?
Job Details
Job Location: Ember Campus - Cambridge, IA
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: $22.00 - $31.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Job Shift: Any
Job Category: Behavioral Health/Therapy
We are YSS!
This position offers a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
YSS is seeking an organized, dedicated, and compassionate Ember Clinic Nurse - LPN to 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 well-being 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 referrals. Other responsibilities include:
- Provide Therapeutic Care and Nursing Interventions.
- Use available data, assessments, evaluations, and observations to identify health needs and develop care plans.
- Monitor high-risk 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 integration into treatment plans.
- Evaluate and document psychotropic medication effectiveness and side effects.
- Monitor refrigerated medications in compliance with 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 on-call 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 mission-driven work that creates hope and opportunity by putting kids first, YSS offers the following benefits for this position:
- $5,000 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, state-issued, driver's 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 fast-paced, 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 Iowa's oldest and largest, youth-serving, nonprofit organizations, YSS's 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 50-acre recovery campus opening in 2024, YSS is growing and evolving to meet the needs of our communities. For more about YSS, visit https://www.yss.org/.
Helpful 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 nicotine-free workplace.
Communication with applicants is done primarily via email from our Paycom system. Please check your messages regularly. If you don't see messages in your inbox, please check your spam/junk folder. If you have questions about your application, please email recruitment@yss.org.
- Application - Complete an online application at https://www.yss.org/ysscareers/.
- Assessment – Applications are reviewed for qualifications.
- Interview – Initial phone interviews or direct in-person/virtual interviews..
- References – Submit name, title, email, and phone number for three or more references.
- Pre-employment Screening – YSS conducts criminal background checks and motor vehicle checks. If applicable, professional licensure is also verified.
- Offer – Selected applicants will receive a formal offer of employment in the Paycom system.
- New Hire Meeting - You must schedule and attend this meeting before you can begin working or getting paid.
Salary : $22 - $31
