Centerpointe LPN

Join the McNabb Center Team as a Centerpointe LPN and make a meaningful difference in people's lives every day. Work in an environment where your hard work is appreciated and valued.

About the Role

The Centerpointe LPN is responsible for the assessment and management of withdrawal signs and symptoms of clients presenting to the unit. This role operates under the direct supervision of the Team Leader and involves providing direct care to clients in a Residential/Detox setting.

Responsibilities

• Complete initial, comprehensive assessments of clients upon admission, including documentation and integration of assessment findings such as vitals, CIWA/COWS, TB Testing, and Urine Testing.
• Initiate appropriate medical protocols for clients with medical guidance.
• Administer medications with 100% accuracy.
• Provide indirect and direct client care.
• Assess clients' withdrawal symptoms per COWS and CIWA as dictated by protocols.
• Monitor efficacy of medications administered per Standing Orders and report concerns to appropriate medical providers.
• Administer prescribed, routine, and PRN medications within one hour of the prescribed time.
• Complete client assessments every Q shift for 3 days and document any changes in the client's condition.
• Ensure Physicians' or APRNs orders are evaluated within 2 hours.
• Perform all required clinical documentation in accordance with Center Policy and Procedure and funding source guidelines.
• Review ASAM placement criteria with clients and obtain signatures daily.
• Perform TB testing on each client upon admission and document results 48-72 hours later.
• Perform charting 3 times per 8-hour shift, 4 times per 12-hour shift, and as needed (PRN).
• Attend at least 95% of all scheduled nursing and all-staff meetings.
• Complete all required training within appropriate time frames (e.g., Relias, HWC, CPR).
• Function as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
• Attend shift reports each shift with IC/OG nursing staff without tardiness.
• Participate in an on-call rotation as scheduled and return calls within 15 minutes.
• Provide feedback regarding clients' medical needs/assessments with providers, therapists, and nursing staff.
• Maintain positive and professional working relationships with all staff members and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and leadership positions within the program.
• Work independently while coordinating work efforts with other employees and organizations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program and possess a current nursing license.
• Working knowledge of basic nursing techniques.
• Demonstrates ethical and appropriate behavior for a clinical environment, including maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
• Ability to retrieve, communicate, and present data and information both verbally and in writing.
• Understanding of instructions, medical terminology, charting, and the nursing process.
• Flexibility with work scheduling and participation in an on-call rotation as scheduled.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to maneuver throughout halls, clients' rooms, and surrounding facility in response to emergencies.
• Proficient in writing and keyboarding.
• Ability to complete HWC and CPR, along with other continuing education modules as assigned.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Ability to utilize computer skills, BAC machine, pulse oximeter, and read Urine Drug Screens accurately.
• Ability to monitor CT's BGL using a Glucometer and utilize an Aneroid Sphygmomanometer and stethoscope.
• Ability to monitor vital signs and record them in electronic medical files.
• Ability to chart accurate nursing assessments and integrate notes into cohesive comprehensive assessment notes in the Electronic Medical Records (EMR).

Schedule

This is a full-time position operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The shifts are 7 PM - 7 AM. This regular full-time position requires 40 hours per week, with the understanding that the schedule is subject to change to meet the needs of the program. Must be flexible with work scheduling and participate in an on-call rotation as scheduled.

Pay

$22.99 hourly wage. Applicable shift differentials are paid for eligible evening and overnight shifts.

Location

Knox County, Tennessee.