LPN/RN - Addiction Medicine - Independence, KY

About the role

Crossroads Treatment Centers has been at the forefront of treating patients with opioid use disorder since 2005. The organization provides evidence‑based medication assisted treatment (MAT) across outpatient, office‑based clinics in GA, KY, NJ, NC, SC, PA, TN, TX, and VA. The role supports the mission of delivering high‑quality, accessible care to over 26,500 patients nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Follow policies and procedures to correctly identify patients and administer medication per the medical provider’s orders.
• Dispense daily and take‑home medication at the dosing window.
• Coordinate care with clinical and medical staff for continuity of patient care.
• Maintain and complete accurate patient documentation, including assessing for impairment.
• Ensure medication count is accurate and completed daily.
• Follow compliance policies and procedures around documentation practices and expectations.
• Participate in nursing team meetings and cross‑treatment meetings.
• Connect with patients, offering empathy and a listening ear to those struggling.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) license issued in the state of practice, or a multi‑state compact license.
• License must be in good standing, unencumbered, and active; disciplinary actions will be reviewed case‑by‑case.
• 3+ years of nursing experience is preferred.
• Strong phlebotomy skills; experience drawing blood from collapsed veins is a plus.
• Active and current CPR or BLS certification is preferred.

Schedule

Monday‑Friday: 4:45 am – 1:00 pm
Rotating Saturday: 4:45 am – 8:30 am

Benefits

• One‑on‑one patient care
• Consistent early‑shift schedule (no 12‑hour, second, or third shifts; no on‑call)
• Small nursing team (2‑12 members depending on patient census)
• Comprehensive training for newcomers to the field
• Opportunity to save lives daily
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (PTO)
• Variety of 401(k) options with matching program (no vesting period)
• Annual continuing education allowance (related field)
• Life insurance
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Mental health day
• Calm subscription for all employees
• Loan forgiveness program through the STAR (Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery) approved organization, providing assistance with federal student loans