Clinic LVN

Position Summary : Under general supervision, the LVN supports the delivery of addiction medicine services, including Office-Based Opioid Treatment (OBOT) and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD). Using a nursing case manager model, the LVN coordinates patient care, provides nursing support, and ensures accurate documentation in compliance with agency, licensing, and funder standards. This position requires clinical judgment, attention to detail, and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Other duties may be assigned.

• Coordinate care for patients receiving Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) for Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD), including scheduling, follow-up, and patient education.
• Support the completion of patient assessments to evaluate treatment needs and facilitate referrals to withdrawal management or higher levels of care as appropriate.
• Complete GPRA and Financial Eligibility Assessments for clients enrolled in the OBOT program, ensuring accuracy and compliance with program requirements.
• Monitor patient progress, track symptoms, and support adherence to medications and individualized treatment plans.
• Coordinate care with external providers, pharmacies, and referral sources to ensure continuity and compliance with OBOT and MAT program requirements.
• Document all services in the appropriate Electronic Health Records (CMBHS, Athena), ensuring complete, accurate, and timely records in compliance with agency, licensing, and funder standards.
• Provide education to patients and families on MAT options, overdose prevention, harm reduction, and recovery resources.
• Perform general clinic LVN duties as needed, such as taking and recording vital signs, administering injections or medications under provider orders, and conducting routine health screenings.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed in all clinical areas.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support integrated care planning across behavioral health, primary care, and support services.
• Attend required contractual and agency trainings, meetings, and compliance-related sessions.
• Support quality improvement activities and assist with data collection and reporting as needed.
• May assist with orientation and training of new staff or clinical interns

Education : Associate’s degree in nursing

Certificates and Licenses : Must have a current LVN license in the state of practice.

Santa Maria Hostel provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.