Center For Alcohol & Drug Treatment·Duluth, Minnesota
The LPN will assess, monitor, and medicate patients experiencing acute withdrawal symptoms within a detox unit. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide nursing care, document patient status, and facilitate transitions to other levels of care.
$2000 Sign-On Bonus Join our compassionate team at the Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment, a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing community health through addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services. We are looking for an LPN to support our Detox & Withdrawal Management Unit. In this role, you will play a crucial part in providing high-quality nursing care to patients dealing with withdrawal symptoms and looking for their first steps towards recovery. Your efforts will help foster a supportive environment as you collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to ensure effective treatment and recovery.
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Summary: Under the supervision of Registered Nurses, Assistant Medical Director, and Treatment Director this individual will intake, monitor, and medicate individuals with acute withdrawal symptoms.
You will work as a part of inter-disciplinary team providing support for patients as the transition within Detox & Withdrawal Management as well as participate in discharging patients out of the program or to other levels of care.
Essential
Assess, plan, implement, monitor, and evaluate medical and nursing care of all patients. Explain procedures and treatments to patients to gain cooperation understanding and to alleviate apprehension. Refer patients to other team members when needs are beyond the scope of practical nursing. Order necessary medical supplies. Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with Assistant Medical Director instruction and approved nursing standards and recording dosages. Coordinate referrals for patients and follow up on medical referrals. Respond to life-threating situations based on nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocols. Provide health education to patients. Document clearly and completely services provided, patient response and any changes noted. Document patient history and biopsychosocial status. Document care provided and maintain patient medical records; complete and ensure required forms are completed accurately and completely. Maintain knowledge of and compliance of applicable federal and state regulations and laws, as well as policies and procedures regarding medication dispensing and narcotic treatment. Assist the with history and physicals and intakes as required. Receive medical orders and ensure they are documented and understood by other staff. Maintain absolute control and tracking of all medical paperwork involving patient does changes, lab results, medical provider orders, phase/level changes, and verbal orders. Participate in regular nursing meetings and trainings. Required Experience: This individual must have a certificate in nursing from a college or technical school. Must have a current License for Practical Nursing certified by the MN Board of Nursing Must have training in co-occurring disorders. Must be CPR and First Aid certified or obtain it before direct patient contact. Must pass background studies issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Services. Preferred Experience: Prior experience working in a behavioral health setting Substance Use Disorder Treatment setting is a bonus. Experience with acute withdrawal patients.
Market context
Minnesota nursing openings often reflect steady demand in senior care settings, where employers look for RNs who can support older adults and work reliably across shifts. These roles are competitive because an accredited nursing degree, an unencumbered RN license, and prior senior-population experience are common screening points; a bachelor’s degree can strengthen candidacy. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to senior-care experience.
The Center for Alcohol & Drug Treatment will consider all applicants regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.
Candidates must hold a certificate in nursing and a current License for Practical Nursing in Minnesota. Additionally, they must have training in co-occurring disorders and maintain CPR and First Aid certification.
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