SUD LVN (Substance Use Disorder)

Job Title: SUD Licensed Vocational Nurse  Department: Substance Abuse Disorder   Reports To: SUD Program Director   Job Summary:  The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the Substance Abuse Disorder focuses on delivering compassionate, high-quality medical care to individuals.  The LVN will address a range of conditions, including chronic substance abuse management via administration of Medicated Assisted Treatment, acute care, and preventive services including administrating drug and alcohol screenings.  Key Responsibilities  - Deliver direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed physician   - Document all service contacts on a timely basis including face-to-face assessment, physical screenings.   - Oversee Medicated Assisted Treatment Program  - Work with Mental Health Department to screen mental health referrals and act as a liaison for SUD and behavioral health collaboration.   - Administer medications, treatments, and wound care as prescribed.  - Assist in assessing patient substance abuse health needs, performing vital sign checks, and documenting findings accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).  - Administers urine and breathalyzer drug and alcohol screenings for enrolled patients as part of the SUD program.   - Collaborate with the interdisciplinary Clinica teams   - Educate patients on medication adherence, chronic disease management, and preventative substance abuse health practices.  - Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation in challenging situations.  - Ensure proper infection control practices while delivering care  - Establish and maintain trust with patients, fostering a safe environment.  - Participate in outreach work to connect patients in the community to our SUD Services   - Meets with Program Director and Medical Director as a means of enhancing professional growth, reviewing and processing the provision of case management, and dealing with appropriate clinical, and administrative issues   - Coordinate care and referrals with community organizations and social service providers to address holistic patient needs (e.g., housing, food security, mental health services).  - Maintain and ensure proper inventory of medical supplies and equipment for mobile operations.  - Comply with all organizational policies, procedures, and ethical standards in delivering care.  - Performs other duties as assigned by the program director, which are consistent with the position and in compliance with agency policies and procedures   - Ensures all drug and alcohol tests are properly completed, documented, and compliant with regulatory standards   - Reports positive test results to assigned counselors or case managers and mandated agencies when required   - Uploads and files drug and alcohol test results appropriately in patient records and communicates results to medical director   - Verifies patient eligibility for program benefits and assists eligible patients in obtaining them   - Conducts follow-ups and communicates appointment information to SUD Staff.   Qualifications:  - Lived experience or significant experience working with unhoused or vulnerable.  - Active and unrestricted California Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.  - Minimum of 1–2 years of nursing experience, preferably in community health, urgent care, SUD, or working with underserved populations.  - Current BLS/CPR certification.  - Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work in challenging environments.  - Experience working with individuals experiencing homelessness or behavioral health challenges preferred.  - Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.  - Comfortable delivering care in clinical settings.  - Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.  Physical Requirements:   - Ability to stand, walk, and move for extended periods while providing care in various environments  - Capacity to lift, carry, and transport equipment or supplies weighing up to 30 pounds.  - Comfort working with the Substance Abuse and transient population   - Ability to bend, stoop, and kneel as needed during patient care or outreach activities.  - Adequate manual dexterity to perform medical procedures, operate equipment, and manage electronic health records