Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Weekends

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients throughout the detoxification and recovery process.

Responsibilities

• Administering medications as prescribed by the medical team
• Performing nursing assessments during intake and discharge
• Conducting daily nursing assessments, including CIWA and COWS assessments
• Making independent clinical decisions within the scope of licensure
• Communicating important clinical updates to the Charge Nurse, Chief Nursing Officer, and Medical Director as appropriate
• Completing discharge assessments and required documentation
• Ensuring compliance with infection control and exposure prevention policies
• Maintaining accurate controlled substance logs in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Supporting a safe, respectful, and therapeutic treatment environment

Qualifications

• Current and active LPN license in good standing
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in detox, behavioral health, psychiatric nursing, or a similar treatment environment
• CPR certification
• Experience administering medications orally, subcutaneously, and intramuscularly (IM)
• Ability to recognize signs and symptoms of withdrawal, medical instability, and psychiatric emergencies and respond appropriately
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to remain calm and respond effectively during emergency situations
• Ability to physically respond quickly in emergency situations
• Familiarity with ASAM Criteria preferred
• Familiarity with Joint Commission (JCAHO) Standards of Care for Behavioral Health preferred