Summit BHC·Port Matilda, Pennsylvania
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct, individualized nursing care to clients under the supervision of a registered nurse while ensuring safety and adherence to facility policies. They are responsible for medication administration, accurate clinical documentation, and effective communication with the multidisciplinary medical team.
LPN - Overnight | St. Joseph Institute for Addiction | Port Matilda, Pennsylvania
The Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse works under the direction of a qualified professional nurse. Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care, within the objectives, standards, and policies of the department and within the parameters of the licensing board. Communicates and works collaboratively with members of the multidisciplinary team i.e., medical staff, administration, clinicians, dietitians, and milieu personnel. Takes reasonable care and precautions to ensure high client safety standards and a therapeutic environment exist. This position is onsite at the facility and is not a remote position.
Provides direct and individualized nursing care to an assigned group of clients under the supervision of a registered professional nurse, while always maintaining the assurance of client safety and following unit and facility policies and procedures. Complies with all company safety policies and practices.
Assists in relevant health and psychiatric teaching for client and family. Serves as a role model for clients and peers.
Shares responsibility for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care plans and nursing care.
Effectively communicates with the medical staff, receives verbal/written orders, and takes care to minimize abbreviation or other errors. Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas among team members.
Prepares, administers, controls and accurately records medications in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed practical nurse, with thorough documentation regarding administration effect and/or adverse effects.
Observes, documents, and communicates with/reports to the R.N. in charge any clinical, physical, unit or personnel, or other issues which could alter client care. Reports status changes and concerns to registered nurses and doctors. Communicates with all departments as needed to assure total quality client care is delivered.
Consults, follows, and documents with sufficient detail nursing care according to facility policy and procedures. Records client symptoms, responses, and progress concisely, accurately, and completely.
Safely and accurately performs vital signs, electrocardiograms, phlebotomy/labs, and diabetic/glucose monitoring. Interprets results and takes appropriate nursing action.
Provides coverage in emergency services as needed.
Valid current registered practical/vocational nursing license from the state or from a nurse compact state, where applicable.
CPR certification and de-escalation training required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.
This position is an Individual Contributor.
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Why St. Joseph Institute for Addiction?St. Joseph Institute for Addiction offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. St. Joseph Institute for Addiction is an EOE.
Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.
Market context
Pennsylvania nursing roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, outpatient settings, and long-term care, especially for RNs with current state licensure and BLS certification. These positions are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with a BSN and recent medical-surgical experience, and this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Pennsylvania RN license, BLS status, and whether your experience matches the unit’s preferred background.