SUD LVN (Substance Use Disorder)

Job Title: SUD Licensed Vocational Nurse Department: Substance Abuse Disorder Reports To: SUD Medical Director & 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

Created: 2026-04-15