Licensed Vocational Nurse

At Bradford Health Services, we don’t just invest in our patients—we invest in our people.

About the Role

• The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) plays a critical role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare services to patients, particularly those dealing with substance abuse and behavioral health challenges.
• This position focuses on providing direct patient care, supporting recovery processes, and educating patients about their health and treatment plans.
• The LVN collaborates closely with healthcare teams to monitor patient progress, administer medications, and implement care strategies tailored to individual needs.
• By maintaining detailed patient records and communicating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, the LVN ensures continuity and quality of care.
• Ultimately, this role contributes significantly to improving patient outcomes and supporting long-term recovery within diverse healthcare settings across the United States.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid and current Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice.
• Strong understanding of nursing principles and patient education techniques.
• Ability to comply with healthcare regulations and maintain patient confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of substance abuse and behavioral health care.
• Experience in patient care within a healthcare or recovery setting.
• Experience working specifically in behavioral health or substance abuse treatment facilities.
• Certification in addiction counseling or related recovery support credentials.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Additional training in patient mental health assessment and crisis intervention.
• Bilingual abilities to support diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs.
• Support patients through recovery by applying knowledge of substance abuse and behavioral health principles.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment plans, medication management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Observe and report changes in patient conditions to registered nurses and physicians promptly.
• Assist in creating a safe and supportive environment that promotes patient well-being and recovery.

Skills

• The required skills such as substance abuse knowledge and behavioral health expertise are essential for effectively supporting patients through recovery and managing complex care needs.
• Healthcare and patient care skills enable the LVN to deliver safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing interventions daily.
• Nursing license ensures the candidate meets professional standards and legal requirements to practice nursing.
• Patient education skills are used to empower patients and their families with information that promotes adherence to treatment plans and healthier lifestyles.
• Preferred skills like experience with electronic health records and additional certifications enhance the LVN's ability to provide comprehensive care and communicate efficiently within multidisciplinary teams.