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LPN

Quick overview

The LPN is responsible for providing basic medical services, administering medications, and maintaining thorough patient records in an outpatient addiction recovery setting. They also educate patients on treatments, conduct screenings, and assist in medical emergencies while following state and federal regulations.

Requirements summary

Candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse with graduation from an accredited nursing school and current CPR/BLS certification. Knowledge of infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance is required, with preference given to those with two years of experience in addiction or mental health disorders.

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Job description

LPN

M-F 5: 30am-2p and rotating Saturdays 6am-9a

We offer competitive salaries, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Pinnacle Treatment Centers is a growing leader in addiction treatment services. We provide care across the nation touching the lives of more than 35,000 patients daily.

Our mission is to remove all barriers to recovery and transform individuals, families, and communities with treatment that works.

Our employees believe we are creating a better world where lives and communities are made whole again through comprehensive treatment.

As an LPN, you are responsible for providing basic medical services to patients in an outpatient addiction recovery environment; maintaining standards of professional nursing practice and providing for the safe delivery of medication in accordance with facility policy and procedures; and for maintaining thorough documentation of patient records and medical files per State and Federal regulations.

Benefits

18 days PTO (Paid Time Off)
401k with company match
Company sponsored ongoing training and certification opportunities.
Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability and accident insurance.
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program (STAR LRP)
Discounted tuition and scholarships through Capella University.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in accordance with the laws in the state of employment.
Graduation from an accredited nursing school.
Knowledge and experience with regulations and standards including infection control, quality assurance, and patient care compliance for state licensure.
CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) first aid and BLS (Basic Life Support)
Experience triaging in emergency situations, assisting with medical emergencies.

Preferred
Two (2) years' experience with chemical addiction and/or mental disorders including psych pharmacotherapy.

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
401k with company match
Short term disability
Ongoing training
Scholarships
Long term disability
Certification opportunities
Accident insurance
Discounted tuition
Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery Loan Repayment Program

Educate patients regarding medications used in the treatment setting and their side effects.
Administer/dispense medications (i.e., Methadone, Suboxone, etc.) in accordance with State and Federal regulations, and DEA best practice guidelines.
Conduct urine drug screens if needed.
Conduct evaluations for new intakes, quarterly, annual, awol, and possible impairment
Ensure the adequate recording of the administration/dispensing transaction has occurred.
Ensure the treatment plan of the physician and/or medical director is followed.
Place, interpret, and document Mantoux tests for patients and teammates.
Evaluate patient response to treatment and medication dosage/interactions and determine appropriateness for dosing.
Respond appropriately to emergency or unforeseen situations and provide appropriate
care per license.
Counsel patients regarding personal hygiene, abnormal lab results, HIV/AIDS testing, and all medical matters including changes in treatment.
Document Nursing progress notes on all patients, and maintains medical records
including, but not limited to, individual patient records, daily medication charts, dosage records, physician orders, etc., as required.
Participate in case conferences, offering professional observations.
Order medical supplies and maintain a proper inventory and record of use per regulations.
Make appointments for patients to see physician; obtain lab workups and provide reminders to patients to ensure appointments are kept.
Conduct Medication call backs for patients receiving take home medication
Discuss with physicians and team about important changes in patients or noted patterns of behavior affecting treatment.
Provide referral for specialized care at local health centers (e.g., Planned Parenthood, prenatal clinic, HIV/AIDS testing sites, etc.) and follow-up on clients’ attendance and treatment.
Assist in organizing transfers of patients to and from the program; verify medication verbally with nurse of another program.
Possess the knowledge and understanding of how to recognize and manage an opiate overdose.
Understand the clinical benefits and limitations of urine screens, toxicology, and other testing procedures.
Attend team meetings and complete all training courses timely as required.
Other duties as assigned.

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