LPN - Licensed Practical Nuse

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a key member of the multidisciplinary treatment team, delivering compassionate, high-quality nursing care to individuals recovering from substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders. Working under the supervision of an RN or clinical leader, the LPN supports medical coordination, monitors patient health, administers medications, and helps maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. This role is essential to ensuring patient stability, clinical quality, and a consistent, recovery-focused milieu.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care under the direction of an RN or clinical supervisor.
• Conduct basic nursing assessments and report significant findings promptly.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols.
• Monitor vital signs, withdrawal symptoms, and overall patient stability; escalate concerns appropriately.
• Provide patient education and support as part of discharge planning.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to support individualized care plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and contribute observations related to patient progress.
• Serve as a supportive point of contact for patients and families within scope of practice.
• Assist in monitoring and maintaining medication inventory.
• Ensure safe storage, accurate documentation, and compliance with medication handling protocols.
• Support MAR processes, including documentation and reconciliation.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Uphold infection control practices and safety standards.
• Support program compliance, audits, and survey readiness efforts.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment within residential or detox settings.
• Support crisis intervention and de-escalation alongside clinical and nursing leadership.
• Assist with additional duties or projects that support overall program operations.

Requirements

• Active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• 1–2 years of experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatric care, or residential/inpatient settings.
• Experience working in a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed environment.

Preferred

• Experience in behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, psychiatric care, or residential/inpatient settings.
• Experience working in a recovery-oriented, trauma-informed environment.

Work Conditions / Physical & Mental Requirements

• Primarily indoors in a climate-controlled clinical environment.
• Regular standing, walking, sitting, bending, and repetitive tasks such as documentation or vitals checks.
• May involve lifting, transferring, or repositioning patients (
• Ability to remain calm, grounded, and solutions-focused during patient escalation or crisis situations.
• Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Clear and effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation and patient monitoring.

Benefits

• ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the plan that fits your needs, with premium reimbursement.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, with optional supplemental coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays.
• Paid Training & Continuing Education.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Clear Career Pathways & Advancement Opportunities.
• Safe, Trauma-Informed Work Environment.
• Modern Facilities and Work-Life Balance.
• Supportive Nursing Leadership committed to your growth.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen our organization and enhance the quality of care we provide. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.