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Job Title: SUD Licensed Vocational Nurse Department: Substance Abuse Disorder Reports To: SUD  Program Director Job Summary: The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) in the S ubstance 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 out reach 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